<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Soccer - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Nigeria Soccer news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your favorite sport!]]></description><language>en-ng</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:03:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid Have Signed A Phenomenon  –Ex-Portugal Boss Hails Bernardo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Portugal manager Fernando Santos has praised Bernardo Silva, calling him a phenomenon and asserting that Real Madrid fans will love his talent and tactical intelligence under Jos&eacute; Mourinho. Santos, who managed Bernardo Silva at the international level, spoke highly of the player&rsquo;s abilities as both an athlete and a person following his move to [...]<br />
The post Real Madrid Have Signed A Phenomenon&ndash;Ex-Portugal Boss Hails Bernardo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-have-signed-a-phenomenon-ex-portugal-boss-hails-bernardo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-have-signed-a-phenomenon-ex-portugal-boss-hails-bernardo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Interested In Ex-Man City Defender Stones]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea are interested in signing England defender John Stones on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester City, BBC Sport reports. The west London side have joined Inter Milan in considering a move for the 32-year-old, who became a free agent when his City contract expired at the end of June. Chelsea are also [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Interested In Ex-Man City Defender Stones appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-interested-in-ex-man-city-defender-stones/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-interested-in-ex-man-city-defender-stones/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Republic Launch Joint Bid To Host AFCON 2032]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niger Republic, Mali and Burkina Faso have announced their intention to jointly host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morocco World News reports. The Nigerien Football Federation said the Confederation of African Football (CAF) had accepted a joint expression of interest submitted by the three countries. The declaration represents the first stage of the [...]<br />
The post Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Republic Launch Joint Bid To Host AFCON 2032 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/burkina-faso-mali-niger-republic-launch-joint-bid-to-host-afcon-2032/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/burkina-faso-mali-niger-republic-launch-joint-bid-to-host-afcon-2032/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Otamendi content Argentina gave everything at his final World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nicolas Otamendi is content that Argentina gave everything in his final World Cup campaign, having fallen agonisingly short of defending the trophy.<br />
Otamendi had already confirmed in March that he would retire from international football after the World Cup, which was his fourth representing the Albiceleste.<br />
Even though the 38-year-old only started one of Argentina's eight games, he made seven appearances, including replacing the injured Lisandro Martinez in the first half of Sunday's final vers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/otamendi-content-argentina-gave-everything-at-his-final-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/otamendi-content-argentina-gave-everything-at-his-final-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cifuentes thrilled to take over at Timbers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marti Cifuentes is excited to get going at the Portland Timbers after he was named as Phil Neville's successor.<br />
Cifuentes was dismissed by Leicester City in January. He previously managed Queens Park Rangers.<br />
The Spaniard has now signed on at Portland, who were on the hunt for a new coach after they sacked Neville in May.<br />
Portland resumed their MLS campaign in style last week, with interim coach Jack&nbsp;Cassidy overseeing a thumping 5-1 win over the Seattle Sounders.<br />
Cifuentes was officially a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cifuentes-thrilled-to-take-over-at-timbers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cifuentes-thrilled-to-take-over-at-timbers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knowles says World Cup break provided welcome ‘reset’ for Minnesota United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Minnesota United coach Cameron Knowles believes the World Cup break&nbsp;provided his team with a valuable "reset" opportunity as they chase an MLS Cup Playoff spot.<br />
The Loons have not played since a 1-1 draw with Real Salt Lake on May 22, with Wednesday's trip to Sporting Kansas City getting their season back up and running.<br />
The hiatus may have come at a good time for Knowles' team, too, as they were on a four-match winless run and had dropped out of the Western Conference's automatic playoff s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/knowles-says-world-cup-break-provided-welcome-reset-for-minnesota-united/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/knowles-says-world-cup-break-provided-welcome-reset-for-minnesota-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League Referee Announces Retirement After World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[English referee Anthony Taylor has announced his retirement from elite officiating, effective immediately after a 20-year career spanning 831 matches. The 47-year-old cited the intense pressure and constant scrutiny of the role, concluding his career after officiating Spain&rsquo;s 1-0 win over Portugal at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Fate Would Have [...]<br />
The post Premier League Referee Announces Retirement After World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-referee-announces-retirement-after-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/premier-league-referee-announces-retirement-after-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Nottingham Forest will always have a special place in my heart’ – Anderson bids farewell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elliot Anderson has bid&nbsp;Nottingham Forest farewell, saying the club "will always have a special place in my heart" following his British-record transfer to Manchester City.<br />
Anderson has joined the eight-time Premier League champions in a deal reportedly worth &pound;116m, following a two-year spell at Forest.<br />
During his time at the City Ground, he helped Forest finish seventh in the Premier League in&nbsp;2024-25 and reach the semi-finals of the 2025-26 Europa League, losing to eventual win]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nottingham-forest-will-always-have-a-special-place-in-my-heart-anderson-bids-farewell/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nottingham-forest-will-always-have-a-special-place-in-my-heart-anderson-bids-farewell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mac Allister’s Father Denies Holding Talks With Real Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexis Mac Allister&rsquo;s father, Carlos Mac Allister, has officially denied transfer rumors linking the midfielder to Real Madrid, confirming that no contact or negotiations have taken place with the Spanish club. Following his FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with Argentina, the midfielder is taking a break to rest before returning to Premier League action. Read [...]<br />
The post Mac Allister&rsquo;s Father Denies Holding Talks With Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mac-allisters-father-denies-holding-talks-with-real-madrid/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mac-allisters-father-denies-holding-talks-with-real-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Ijamilusi Joins Super Falcons Camp; Monday, Abiodun Delayed By Flight Hitch]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Super Falcons&rsquo; camp in Casablanca received another boost on Tuesday with the arrival of forward Folashade Ijamilusi, taking the number of players at the team&rsquo;s Hotel Marriott base to 23. Ijamilusi, who plays for Chinese club Liaoning Shenyang Shenbei Hefeng, landed in Casablanca on Tuesday afternoon to join Justine Madugu&rsquo;s squad ahead of the [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Ijamilusi Joins Super Falcons Camp; Monday, Abiodun Delayed By Flight Hitch appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ijamilusi-joins-super-falcons-camp-monday-abiodun-delayed-by-flight-hitch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ijamilusi-joins-super-falcons-camp-monday-abiodun-delayed-by-flight-hitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Flying Eagles Settle In Yamoussoukro Ahead Ghana Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles have settled into their base in Yamoussoukro, C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire, ahead of this year&rsquo;s WAFU B U-20 Championship, which kicks off this weekend. The defending champions arrived in Abidjan, the Ivorian capital, on Monday before continuing their journey to Yamoussoukro by road. The Nigerian contingent is lodged at the Trio Corridor Hotel and [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Flying Eagles Settle In Yamoussoukro Ahead Ghana Clash appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-flying-eagles-settle-in-yamoussoukro-ahead-ghana-clash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-flying-eagles-settle-in-yamoussoukro-ahead-ghana-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds’ Piroe out to replicate last season’s success]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joel Piroe says Leeds United's aim must be to at least replicate last season's finish in the Premier League as they prepare for the new campaign.<br />
Leeds had been in a relegation battle at one stage of the season, but a strong finish to the campaign saw them shoot away from danger and eventually finish 14th, eight points clear of the drop zone.<br />
They were beaten 3-0 by West Ham on the final day, but before that had been on an eight-game unbeaten streak, which had ensured they avoided&nbsp;an immedi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leeds-piroe-out-to-replicate-last-seasons-success/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leeds-piroe-out-to-replicate-last-seasons-success/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D.C. United ‘hard to beat’ but need more wins, says Weiler]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rene Weiler is determined to get D.C. United back to winning ways against the Houston Dynamo but has hailed the team's solidity in the opening months of the season.<br />
D.C. are ninth in the Eastern Conference and return to MLS action after the World Cup break having gone winless in their last four outings before the break (D3 L1).<br />
However, they have lost just one of their last nine matches in the league &ndash; a 3-1 defeat to the Chicago Fire &ndash; and currently occupy the last playoff spot.<br />
Whi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dc-united-hard-to-beat-but-need-more-wins-says-weiler/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dc-united-hard-to-beat-but-need-more-wins-says-weiler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olise Is The Father Of My Child  —34-Year-Old Woman Claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 34-year-old German woman Fatima Zaunbrecher has claimed that Bayern Munich France international Michael Olise is the father of her 20-month-old daughter. According to Daily Sports, Zaunbrecher told German publication, Bild, than Olise officially acknowledged paternity after a DNA test. So far, the player has not commented publicly on the matter. Zaunbrecher claims she met [...]<br />
The post Olise Is The Father Of My Child&mdash;34-Year-Old Woman Claims appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olise-is-the-father-of-my-child-34-year-old-woman-claims/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olise-is-the-father-of-my-child-34-year-old-woman-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian-Born Striker Transfer Crashes After Failed Medical]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emmanuel Ekong&rsquo;s proposed move to Croatian giants Hajduk Split has collapsed after the Nigerian-born forward failed his medical examination. According to Croatian news outlet 24sata, Hajduk have decided to pull out of the deal after the 23-year-old did not pass a routine medical assessment. Ekong had been expected to join Hajduk Split from Swedish champions [...]<br />
The post Nigerian-Born Striker Transfer Crashes After Failed Medical appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-born-striker-transfer-crashes-after-failed-medical/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-born-striker-transfer-crashes-after-failed-medical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wagner fit and ‘ready to play’ upon Philadelphia return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Philadelphia Union interim head coach Ryan Richter says the returning Kai Wagner is fit and ready to go in their first MLS match following the break against the New York Red Bulls.<br />
Wagner is back at Philadelphia after just six months with Birmingham City, returning to the club where he spent seven seasons and won two Supporters'&nbsp;Shields.<br />
It is a much-needed boost for Philadelphia, whose eight-match winless streak before the World Cup break resulted in Bradley Carnell's sacking, as they sit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wagner-fit-and-ready-to-play-upon-philadelphia-return/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wagner-fit-and-ready-to-play-upon-philadelphia-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinez could ‘step aside’ from Argentina duty after World Cup heartache]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emiliano Martinez is considering stepping aside from Argentina duty following their defeat in the World Cup final.<br />
Argentina failed to deliver a fourth World Cup &ndash; and a second in succession with Lionel Messi as captain &ndash; as they went down 1-0 to Spain in last week's final in New Jersey.<br />
Enzo Fernandez was sent off for a second bookable offence in second-half stoppage time, with Argentina becoming the first team in World Cup final history to not register a single shot throughout the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-could-step-aside-from-argentina-duty-after-world-cup-heartache/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-could-step-aside-from-argentina-duty-after-world-cup-heartache/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo Allegedly Likes Instagram Post Accusing FIFA Of Helping Argentina Reach World Cup 2026 Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo has reignited his long-running rivalry with Lionel Messi after reportedly liking an Instagram video accusing FIFA of corruption and claiming the organization helped Argentina reach the 2026 World Cup final, Yahoo Sports reports. The interaction immediately caught fans&rsquo; attention because Ronaldo did not publicly comment on the explosive allegations. However, his apparent approval [...]<br />
The post Ronaldo Allegedly Likes Instagram Post Accusing FIFA Of Helping Argentina Reach]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-allegedly-likes-instagram-post-accusing-fifa-of-helping-argentina-reach-world-cup-2026-final/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-allegedly-likes-instagram-post-accusing-fifa-of-helping-argentina-reach-world-cup-2026-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schmetzer demands response after ‘worst-ever’ Seattle Sounders loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brian Schmetzer knows the Seattle Sounders have plenty of work to do following what he described as their worst-ever loss against the Portland Timbers.<br />
Seattle's return to MLS action after the World Cup break saw them thumped 5-1 on home soil by their fiercest rivals last Thursday, with four of Portland's goals coming after half-time.<br />
It was only the third instance of the Sounders ever conceding five goals in an MLS game, and the first time they have ever done so at Lumen Field.<br />
The Sounders rem]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/schmetzer-demands-response-after-worst-ever-seattle-sounders-loss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/schmetzer-demands-response-after-worst-ever-seattle-sounders-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ipswich strengthen goalkeeping group with Van Oevelen move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ipswich Town have completed a &euro;4m (&pound;3.4m) deal to sign 22-year-old goalkeeper Kayne van Oevelen from Volendam.&nbsp;<br />
Van Oevelen helped Volendam win promotion to the Eredivisie in 2024-25, but their stay in the Dutch top flight was a short one after losing to Willem II in the promotion-relegation play-offs last term.<br />
He made 32 appearances in the Eredivisie last season, conceding 51 goals. He did face the second-most shots of any goalkeeper in the competition (589), though, as well as]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ipswich-strengthen-goalkeeping-group-with-van-oevelen-move/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ipswich-strengthen-goalkeeping-group-with-van-oevelen-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain winger Nico Williams takes World Cup winner’s medal to his mother (Video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s very heartwarming to see a professional athlete who has just climbed to the top of the world show appreciation for the life-long support he receives from his mother. Well done, Nico Williams.Nico Williams brings his mom his World Cup medalpic.twitter.com/ZN4KBVpjeQ<br />
&mdash; Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) July 19, 2026The post Spain winger Nico Williams takes World Cup winner&rsquo;s medal to his mother (Video) appeared first on SoccerNews.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spain-winger-nico-williams-takes-world-cup-winners-medal-to-his-mother-video/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spain-winger-nico-williams-takes-world-cup-winners-medal-to-his-mother-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Defender Returns To Tanzanian Club Singida Black Stars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles defender Benjamin Tanimu has completed a return to Tanzanian Premier League club Singida Black Stars, signing a two-year contract for an undisclosed fee, Completesports.com reports. Tanimu previously featured for Singida Black Stars after joining the club from Nigeria Premier Football League side Bendel Insurance in February 2024. Read Also:Tanimu Targets Championship Promotion With [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Defender Returns To Tanzanian Club Singida Black Stars appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-defender-returns-to-tanzanian-club-singida-black-stars/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-defender-returns-to-tanzanian-club-singida-black-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bournemouth to sign Antonio Silva]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to multiple sources, Bournemouth are on the verge of signing Antonio Silva from Benfica. There is already a full agreement between the Cherries and the player&rsquo;s representatives, and an agreement between the clubs is said to be &ldquo;close&rdquo;. It is widely believed that Benfica are holding off from confirming the sale until their Europa League qualifications tie against St. Gallen is over. The second leg takes place on July 30th.<br />
Still only 22, Silva rose through the youth ra]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bournemouth-to-sign-antonio-silva/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bournemouth-to-sign-antonio-silva/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Infantino Must Resign As FIFA President  –La Liga President]]></title><description><![CDATA[La Liga president Javier Tebas has publicly accused FIFA of destroying the football industry and called for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to step down. Tebas launched this blistering attack following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, expressing strong frustration over FIFA&rsquo;s direction, particularly regarding reports that the 2030 World Cup could be expanded to [...]<br />
The post Why Infantino Must Resign As FIFA President&ndash;La Liga President appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-infantino-must-resign-as-fifa-president-la-liga-president/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-infantino-must-resign-as-fifa-president-la-liga-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jesus reveals he almost took Brazil job before Ancelotti appointment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jorge Jesus has revealed he was approached by Brazil prior to Carlo Ancelotti's appointment as the Selecao's head coach last year.<br />
Jesus accepted the Portugal job earlier this month, with Roberto Martinez departing following their defeat to eventual World Cup winners Spain in the round of 16.<br />
Brazil fell at the same hurdle against an Erling Haaland-inspired Norway team, despite appointing five-time Champions League-winning boss Ancelotti last May.<br />
Ancelotti struggled to lift Brazil's level at th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jesus-reveals-he-almost-took-brazil-job-before-ancelotti-appointment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jesus-reveals-he-almost-took-brazil-job-before-ancelotti-appointment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bastoni ‘in love with Inter’ and not planning to leave, says agent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alessandro Bastoni's agent Tullio Tinti says the defender is "in love with Inter" and has no intention of leaving during this transfer window.<br />
Bastoni has two years left on his current Inter contract but has been linked with moves to Real Madrid or Al-Hilal; the latter would see him link up with former head coach Simone Inzaghi.<br />
He joined Inter from Atalanta in 2019 and has since helped the club win three Serie A titles, three Coppa Italias and three Supercoppa Italianas.<br />
Bastoni was also part o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bastoni-in-love-with-inter-and-not-planning-to-leave-says-agent/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bastoni-in-love-with-inter-and-not-planning-to-leave-says-agent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Club Brugge Place €10m Price Tag On Onyedika]]></title><description><![CDATA[Club Brugge are demanding &euro;10 million for Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika, Completesports.com reports. Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt submitted an offer for the Nigerian international last week, but the bid fell short of Club Brugge&rsquo;s valuation. Despite the initial setback, negotiations between both clubs are ongoing, with hopes of reaching an agreement in the coming [...]<br />
The post Club Brugge Place &euro;10m Price Tag On Onyedika appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/club-brugge-place-10m-price-tag-on-onyedika/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/club-brugge-place-10m-price-tag-on-onyedika/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commonwealth Games 2026: Ashe’s BFTAA Open Win Ignites Team Nigeria’s Gold Medal Ambition In Men’s 4x100m Relay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barely two days before the start of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, Team Nigeria&rsquo;s sprint contingent received another major boost as Favour Ashe delivered an impressive victory at the BFTAA Open in Lee Valley, England. The Nigerian speedster cruised to victory in the men&rsquo;s 100m final, clocking 10.06 seconds with a +2.6m/s tailwind to finish [...]<br />
The post Commonwealth Games 2026: Ashe&rsquo;s BFTAA Open Win Ignites Team Nigeria&rsquo;s Gold Medal Ambition In Men&rsquo;s 4x100m R]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/commonwealth-games-2026-ashes-bftaa-open-win-ignites-team-nigerias-gold-medal-ambition-in-mens-4x100m-relay/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/commonwealth-games-2026-ashes-bftaa-open-win-ignites-team-nigerias-gold-medal-ambition-in-mens-4x100m-relay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 5 Highest-Ranked Nations That Missed the 2026 FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 FIFA World Cup features a record 48 teams, but some of football&rsquo;s biggest nations still failed to qualify. Italy headlines the list after missing a third consecutive World Cup, while Denmark, Nigeria, Ukraine, and Poland also suffered heartbreaking qualification failures. Despite their strong FIFA rankings and talented squads, these football giants will be [...]<br />
The post Top 5 Highest-Ranked Nations That Missed the 2026 FIFA World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-5-highest-ranked-nations-that-missed-the-2026-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-5-highest-ranked-nations-that-missed-the-2026-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith expects big Saint-Maximin impact following World Cup break]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dean Smith expects the signing of Allan Saint-Maximin to "lift standards" at Charlotte FC as they prepare to return to MLS action against Atlanta United.<br />
Saint-Maximin penned a three-year contract with the Crown earlier this week, having helped Lens finish second in Ligue 1 and win the Coupe de France last season.<br />
During his time with Lens, Saint-Maximin made 13 appearances across all competitions, scoring four goals as well as providing three assists.&nbsp;<br />
The former Newcastle United winger li]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/smith-expects-big-saint-maximin-impact-following-world-cup-break/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/smith-expects-big-saint-maximin-impact-following-world-cup-break/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal To Bid Again For Guimaraes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are set to make another bid for Newcastle United Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaeraes. The Gunners have already seen bids of &pound;55m and &pound;65m knocked back, though neither were official bids, with the first made on a verbal basis and the second through intermediaries and agents. The Magpies are believed to be holding out for [...]<br />
The post Arsenal To Bid Again For Guimaraes appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-to-bid-again-for-guimaraes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-to-bid-again-for-guimaraes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: FK Neftchi vs Dinamo Minsk]]></title><description><![CDATA[FK Neftchi and Dinamo Minsk begin their battle for a place in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League when they meet at Neftchi Arena on Wednesday evening.<br />
With both clubs carrying ambitions of reaching the league phase, the first leg in Azerbaijan could prove crucial before next week&rsquo;s return fixture in Belarus.<br />
Verdict: Draw<br />
Best odds: 111/50<br />
Bookmaker: 1xBet<br />
FK Neftchi<br />
After several challenging seasons domestically and in Europe, Neftchi will believe this year&rsquo;s C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-fk-neftchi-vs-dinamo-minsk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-fk-neftchi-vs-dinamo-minsk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Islands, Big Dreams: Cape Verde’s 2026 World Cup Will Be Remembered]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Team Nobody Expected to See<br />
Every World Cup produces a surprise.<br />
Few produce a story quite like Cape Verde in 2026. When the tournament began, the Blue Sharks were participating in their first World Cup.<br />
Simply qualifying was already one of the great achievements in African football. FIFA noted that Cape Verde had secured a historic first-ever World Cup appearance after topping a qualifying group ahead of Cameroon, a traditional continental heavyweight.<br />
Yet qualification was only the beginni]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/small-islands-big-dreams-cape-verdes-2026-world-cup-will-be-remembered/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/small-islands-big-dreams-cape-verdes-2026-world-cup-will-be-remembered/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mead likens Arsenal departure to a ‘breakup’ following Man City move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beth Mead has likened her departure from Arsenal to "a breakup", but the England winger is excited by the prospect of playing under Andree Jeglertz at Manchester City.&nbsp;<br />
Mead left the Emirates Stadium as a free agent in May, having made 167 Women's Super League appearances for the Gunners throughout her nine-year stay.<br />
The following month, Mead penned a three-year deal with City, where she will play alongside her partner Vivianne Miedema.<br />
Miedema made the same move from Arsenal to the blue s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mead-likens-arsenal-departure-to-a-breakup-following-man-city-move/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mead-likens-arsenal-departure-to-a-breakup-following-man-city-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barella feels ‘incomplete’ after Italy’s World Cup failures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nicolo Barella says Italy's failure to reach the World Cup during his international career makes him feel "incomplete".<br />
Barella was part of the Italy squad that won Euro 2020, beating England on penalties to secure their first European Championship crown since 1968.<br />
However, he was also in the squad when Italy failed to qualify for both the 2022 and 2026 World Cups, losing in the play-offs both times.<br />
Most recently, they finished second in their qualifying group behind eventual quarter-finalists]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barella-feels-incomplete-after-italys-world-cup-failures/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barella-feels-incomplete-after-italys-world-cup-failures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PACE Coaches Clinic 2026 Returns To Raise The Standard Of Basketball Coaching In Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Nigerian basketball continues to produce talents making their mark around the world, one challenge remains impossible to ignore: the need to invest in the coaches responsible for developing the next generation. That is the driving force behind the PACE Coaches Clinic, a free basketball coaching development programme returning for its third edition in Lagos [...]<br />
The post PACE Coaches Clinic 2026 Returns To Raise The Standard Of Basketball Coaching In Nigeria appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pace-coaches-clinic-2026-returns-to-raise-the-standard-of-basketball-coaching-in-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pace-coaches-clinic-2026-returns-to-raise-the-standard-of-basketball-coaching-in-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sombath ‘excited’ to join Tottenham from Lyon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham have signed French defender Alice Sombath from Lyon for a reported club record fee.<br />
No details about the price paid have been disclosed, but it is believed to be more than the &pound;375,000 they paid for Signe Gaupset in January.<br />
Spurs have also not stated the length of her contract.<br />
"I want to do my best here at Tottenham. I think the league is very competitive, every game is a tough game, and that's what I'm most excited about," she said.<br />
"I saw that Spurs had a very good season las]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sombath-excited-to-join-tottenham-from-lyon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sombath-excited-to-join-tottenham-from-lyon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Tottenham and Atletico Madrid defender Doherty joins Sheff Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Tottenham and Atletico Madrid defender Matt Doherty has joined Championship side Sheffield United on a free transfer, after leaving Wolves for the second time.<br />
Doherty made 389 appearances for Wolves across two spells at Molineux, having made his debut for the club in January 2011.<br />
He helped them finish seventh in the Premier League in back-to-back seasons under Nuno Espirito Santo in 2017-18 and 2018-19, before departing for Spurs.<br />
He was with the London club for two-and-a-half seasons a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/former-tottenham-and-atletico-madrid-defender-doherty-joins-sheff-utd/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/former-tottenham-and-atletico-madrid-defender-doherty-joins-sheff-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Omonia vs Kairat Almaty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getting their Champions League qualifying adventure underway on Wednesday evening, Omonia will welcome Kairat Almaty to Cyprus.<br />
With Europe&rsquo;s elite set to make their respective returns from the summer breaks, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Both teams to score<br />
Best Odds: 1/1<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Omonia<br />
Starting with the hosts, recapturing their domestic crown last season at a canter, Omonia certainly find the mood in their camp at a red-hot high. Ev]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-omonia-vs-kairat-almaty/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-omonia-vs-kairat-almaty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Villa striker Duran joins Benfica on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran has joined Benfica on loan from Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr.<br />
Duran joined Al-Nassr from Villa in January 2025 in a deal reportedly worth &pound;71m (&euro;83.5m).<br />
His move to Benfica represents his fifth club in the 17 months since that move, having spent the first half of last season on loan at Fenerbahce before finishing the campaign at Zenit Saint Petersburg.<br />
In total, it is the seventh club of the 22-year-old's career, with Benfica having the option t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-villa-striker-duran-joins-benfica-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-villa-striker-duran-joins-benfica-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘There’s something much bigger than a result’, claims Fernandez after World Cup final loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Fernandez says it is an "honour"&nbsp;to represent Argentina, and claims there is "something much bigger than a result".<br />
Ten-man Argentina were beaten 1-0 in the World Cup final by Spain, with Ferran Torres netting the winning goal in the second half of extra time.<br />
Argentina were far from their best, managing just two off-target shots across 120 minutes, with their task made harder by Fernandez's sending-off in the third minute of second-half stoppage time.<br />
Fernandez became the sixth player]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/theres-something-much-bigger-than-a-result-claims-fernandez-after-world-cup-final-loss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/theres-something-much-bigger-than-a-result-claims-fernandez-after-world-cup-final-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago ready for Miami test following Lewandowski addition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chicago Fire head coach Gregg Berhalter believes his side will see "where we are" as a team when they take on 2025 MLS Cup champions Inter Miami on Wednesday.<br />
The Fire entered the World Cup break in strong form as three consecutive wins saw them move up to third in the Eastern Conference.<br />
Chicago also made a huge addition to their squad during the break, with Robert Lewandowski joining as a free agent from Barcelona.<br />
However, Hugo Cuypers, the current top scorer in MLS this season, is close to j]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chicago-ready-for-miami-test-following-lewandowski-addition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chicago-ready-for-miami-test-following-lewandowski-addition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adams Set To Undergo Venezia Medical]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles striker Akor Adams is set to travel to Venice on Tuesday to complete his transfer to Serie A newcomers Venezia. Venezia have already reached an agreement with LaLiga side Sevilla for the transfer of the Nigeria international. The 26-year-old will undergo a medical before putting pen to paper on a long-term contract with [...]<br />
The post Adams Set To Undergo Venezia Medical appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/adams-set-to-undergo-venezia-medical/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/adams-set-to-undergo-venezia-medical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Families Of Argentina Players Detained by Police After World Cup 2026 Brawl]]></title><description><![CDATA[At least a dozen family members and associates of Argentina&rsquo;s players were detained by police at MetLife Stadium. Law enforcement intervened following the 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, as altercations erupted in the stands and spilled into the VIP/family sections. Read Also:World Cup 2026: How I Lost &#8358;5m Bet [...]<br />
The post Families Of Argentina Players Detained by Police After World Cup 2026 Brawl appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/families-of-argentina-players-detained-by-police-after-world-cup-2026-brawl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/families-of-argentina-players-detained-by-police-after-world-cup-2026-brawl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Super Falcons Can Successfully Defend WAFCON Title  —Nwadike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria international Rita Nwadike has backed the Super Falcons to retain their Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) at this year&rsquo;s tournament in Morocco. Nwadike, who was a member of the Super Falcons squad to the 1995 and 1999 women&rsquo;s World Cup, expressed confidence in the quality and experience within the current squad. She [...]<br />
The post Why Super Falcons Can Successfully Defend WAFCON Title&mdash;Nwadike appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-super-falcons-can-successfully-defend-wafcon-title-nwadike/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-super-falcons-can-successfully-defend-wafcon-title-nwadike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dutch Model Calls Out Super Eagles Star Over Alleged Assault, Domestic Neglect]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dutch model and influencer Jelicia Westhoff accused Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye of physical assault, routine infidelity, and child neglect. The sudden development unfolded shortly after Okoye was spotted in Venice, Italy, alongside American rapper Cardi B at the Jean Paul Gaultier Fall/Winter 2026 Haute Couture fashion show, a sighting that initially triggered widespread dating [...]<br />
The post Dutch Model Calls Out Super Eagles Star Over Alleged Assault, Domestic Neglect appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dutch-model-calls-out-super-eagles-star-over-alleged-assault-domestic-neglect/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dutch-model-calls-out-super-eagles-star-over-alleged-assault-domestic-neglect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ati-Zigi Backs Queiroz To Remain In Charge Of Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi has publicly backed head coach Carlos Queiroz to remain in charge of the Black Stars. Despite the team&rsquo;s elimination in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, the shot-stopper praised Queiroz for bringing much-needed positivity, discipline, and experience to the squad in a short amount of time. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post Ati-Zigi Backs Queiroz To Remain In Charge Of Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ati-zigi-backs-queiroz-to-remain-in-charge-of-ghana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ati-zigi-backs-queiroz-to-remain-in-charge-of-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South American Football President Pushes For 64-team World Cup In 2030]]></title><description><![CDATA[South American football&rsquo;s governing body CONMEBOL is pushing for the &#8203;2030 World Cup to be expanded &zwnj;to a record 64 teams, just a day after the conclusion of the &#8203;first 48-team tournament in North &#8203;America. CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez campaigned for &#8288;the further expanded format on &#8203;social media on Monday, urging FIFA to &#8203;expand the [...]<br />
The post South American Football President Pushes For 64-team World Cup In 2030 appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-american-football-president-pushes-for-64-team-world-cup-in-2030/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-american-football-president-pushes-for-64-team-world-cup-in-2030/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Okoronkwo, Alozie, Kanu Join Super Falcons Camp In Casablanca]]></title><description><![CDATA[Esther Okoronkwo, Michelle Alozie, and Uchenna Kanu have arrived at the Super Falcons&rsquo; training camp in Casablanca, Morocco, as preparations continue for the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. The arrival of the experienced trio has increased the number of players in camp to 22, with head coach Justine Madugu gradually welcoming his [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Okoronkwo, Alozie, Kanu Join Super Falcons Camp In Casablanca appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-okoronkwo-alozie-kanu-join-super-falcons-camp-in-casablanca/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-okoronkwo-alozie-kanu-join-super-falcons-camp-in-casablanca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘We know we have to improve in many areas’, says Lazio boss Gattuso]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lazio head coach Gennaro Gattuso admitted "we know that we have to improve in many areas", but believes his team have the right "spirit and mentality" to do so.<br />
Gattuso was appointed as Lazio boss following Maurizio Sarri's departure at the end of a disappointing 2025-26 campaign.<br />
Lazio finished ninth in Serie A last season, while their hopes of qualifying for Europe were ended after losing in the Coppa Italia final against Inter.<br />
It was the worst finish for the Biancocelesti since the 2013-14 c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-know-we-have-to-improve-in-many-areas-says-lazio-boss-gattuso/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-know-we-have-to-improve-in-many-areas-says-lazio-boss-gattuso/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blundell joins Everton on permanent deal after positive loan spell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everton have announced the permanent signing of Hannah Blundell on a free transfer.<br />
Blundell spent the second half of the 2025-26 season on loan with the Toffees from Manchester United, while her contract with the Red Devils expired at the end of June.<br />
The defender made 10 appearances for Everton in the Women's Super League last season and provided one assist as they finished eighth.<br />
Overall, she spent five years with the Red Devils after joining from Chelsea, but missed the 2024-25 campaign aft]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/blundell-joins-everton-on-permanent-deal-after-positive-loan-spell/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/blundell-joins-everton-on-permanent-deal-after-positive-loan-spell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cincinnati ‘ready to restart’ against Vancouver, says Noonan]]></title><description><![CDATA[FC Cincinnati head coach Pat Noonan insisted his side are "ready to restart" in MLS after the World Cup break.<br />
The Orange and Blue entered the break off the back of a 6-2 win over Orlando City, which ended a three-game winless run and saw them move up to seventh in the Eastern Conference.<br />
However, their first game back is no easy task as they host Western Conference leaders the Vancouver Whitecaps at TQL Stadium.<br />
Cincinnati have been busy during the break, defeating both Burnley (3-1) and Hondur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cincinnati-ready-to-restart-against-vancouver-says-noonan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cincinnati-ready-to-restart-against-vancouver-says-noonan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal duo Timber and White edge closer to return from injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal defenders Ben White and Jurrien Timber have both offered updates on their injuries, with the former close to a return.<br />
White suffered a knee injury during Arsenal's dramatic 1-0 win over West Ham at the London Stadium in May and subsequently missed their Champions League final and England's World Cup campaign.<br />
The 28-year-old's last two seasons with the Gunners have been plagued by injury, with the right-back making just 29 appearances in the Premier League since the start of 2024-25.<br />
Ho]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-duo-timber-and-white-edge-closer-to-return-from-injury/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-duo-timber-and-white-edge-closer-to-return-from-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“It Will Hit You Hard”  –Federer Discloses Sampras’ Advice Ahead Hall Of Fame Induction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pete Sampras has advised Roger Federer that his upcoming International Tennis Hall of Fame induction would be a moment like no other that would hit him hard and hit home strong. Ahead of his induction, Federer shared that he asked Sampras what the experience was like, and received the advice that looking back at his [...]<br />
The post &ldquo;It Will Hit You Hard&rdquo;&ndash;Federer Discloses Sampras&rsquo; Advice Ahead Hall Of Fame Induction appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-will-hit-you-hard-federer-discloses-sampras-advice-ahead-hall-of-fame-induction/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-will-hit-you-hard-federer-discloses-sampras-advice-ahead-hall-of-fame-induction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Napoli confirm knee surgery for Buongiorno]]></title><description><![CDATA[Napoli have confirmed Alessandro Buongiorno will undergo knee surgery in the coming days.<br />
The centre-back struggled with knee pain towards the end of last season, and new scans have led to the decision for surgery.<br />
After helping Napoli win the Serie A title in 2024-25, Buongiorno played a more prominent role under Antonio Conte, who has since left his role as head coach, last term.<br />
The 27-year-old played 33 Serie A games last season as Napoli finished second, 11 points behind champions Inter.<br />
Am]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/napoli-confirm-knee-surgery-for-buongiorno/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/napoli-confirm-knee-surgery-for-buongiorno/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi: The pain is immense after losing World Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi revealed "the pain is immense" after losing the World Cup final, as he spoke for the first time since the defeat.<br />
Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in Sunday's showpiece after Ferran Torres netted an extra-time winner for La Roja, who lifted the trophy for a second time (also in 2010).<br />
Messi became just the second ever player to play in three men&rsquo;s World Cup finals (also 2014 and 2022), after Brazil&rsquo;s Cafu (1994, 1998, 2002).<br />
And at 39 years and 25 days, Messi is also the seco]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-the-pain-is-immense-after-losing-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-the-pain-is-immense-after-losing-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA To Investigate Clash Between Spain And Argentina Players After World Cup Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into the ugly scenes which marred the end of Sunday&rsquo;s World Cup final involving several Argentina players and coaches physically attacking members of the Spain team, ESPN reports. A Ferran Torres goal in the 106th minute sealed a 1-0 win for Spain to secure La Roja&rsquo;s second World Cup, [...]<br />
The post FIFA To Investigate Clash Between Spain And Argentina Players After World Cup Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-to-investigate-clash-between-spain-and-argentina-players-after-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-to-investigate-clash-between-spain-and-argentina-players-after-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Bayelsa United Return To Training, Eye Immediate NPFL Promotion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayelsa United have commenced preparations for the 2026/27 Nigeria National League (NNL) season after holding their first training session at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa. The opening session, which signalled the start of the club&rsquo;s pre-season programme, was overseen by the technical crew led by assistant coach Ngozi Elechi, with Anderson West also taking [...]<br />
The post NNL: Bayelsa United Return To Training, Eye Immediate NPFL Promotion appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-bayelsa-united-return-to-training-eye-immediate-npfl-promotion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-bayelsa-united-return-to-training-eye-immediate-npfl-promotion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina’s Post-Final Meltdown Cannot Be Excused — FIFA Must Act Decisively]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain Won the World Cup. Argentina Stole the Headlines.The story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final should have been Spain. It should have been Ferran Torres&rsquo; extra-time winner. It should have been Spain&rsquo;s second world title. It should have been a celebration of a team that spent the tournament combining technical excellence with defensive discipline.<br />
Instead, much of the discussion in the aftermath has focused on the ugly scenes that erupted after the final whistle.<br />
A match watched by]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentinas-post-final-meltdown-cannot-be-excused-fifa-must-act-decisively/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentinas-post-final-meltdown-cannot-be-excused-fifa-must-act-decisively/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Revive Interest In Spain’s World Cup Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have made fresh contact over Athletic Club winger Nico Williams as they continue their search for a marquee addition on the left side of Mikel Arteta&rsquo;s attack and in the wake of a double transfer setback, TEAMtalk reports. The Gunners remain determined to strengthen in wide areas before the transfer window closes and, after [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Revive Interest In Spain&rsquo;s World Cup Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-revive-interest-in-spains-world-cup-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-revive-interest-in-spains-world-cup-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLS leaders Nashville aim to control the controllables]]></title><description><![CDATA[B.J. Callaghan urged Nashville SC to control the controllables as they aim to build on their lead at the summit of MLS.<br />
Nashville beat Atlanta United 1-0 last week to open up a four-point lead at the top of the standings.<br />
They lead the Eastern Conference by five points, while they are four points better off than Western Conference leaders, the Vancouver Whitecaps.<br />
And ahead of taking on CF Montreal, Callaghan wants Nashville to keep focusing on what they can control.<br />
"The foundation of what we a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mls-leaders-nashville-aim-to-control-the-controllables/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mls-leaders-nashville-aim-to-control-the-controllables/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ugly scenes after the World Cup final as Argentinian players and staff assault Spanish players (Video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA have reportedly opened an investigation into the behaviour of Argentina players and staff following their defeat to Spain in the World Cup final.<br />
Defeat hurts, but nothing can excuse this.Leandro Paredes should be banned from international football for life viciously assaulting Spanish players after the final whistle.<br />
Indefensible thuggery and criminality. pic.twitter.com/aW5NMMIUXE<br />
&mdash; Adam Schwarz (@AdamJSchwarz) July 19, 2026The post Ugly scenes after the World Cup final as Argentini]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ugly-scenes-after-the-world-cup-final-as-argentinian-players-and-staff-assault-spanish-players-video/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ugly-scenes-after-the-world-cup-final-as-argentinian-players-and-staff-assault-spanish-players-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa linked with Rafel Leao]]></title><description><![CDATA[Transfer rumours about Rafael Leao leaving AC Milan seem to be a recurring theme every summer. The Portuguese winger was, according to Gazzetta dello Sport, the subject of a &euro;100 million offer from Chelsea in the past, but his stock has significantly fallen since, and there appears to be a lack of suitors for the 27-year-old at this point. The Rossoneri would now accept an offer of &euro;60 million for his services straight away &ndash; indeed, they possibly wouldn&rsquo;t say no to even le]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-linked-with-rafel-leao/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-linked-with-rafel-leao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: It’ll Take Time For This Wound To Heal  —Messi Opens Up On Argentina’s Defeat To Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi has reacted to Argentina&rsquo;s defeat to Spain in the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Sunday. A goal by Barcelona forward Ferran Torres in the 106th minute of extra-time earned Spain a deserved 1-0 win against Argentina. The Albiceleste were reduced to 10 men in the 93rd minute after Enzo Fernandez [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: It&rsquo;ll Take Time For This Wound To Heal&mdash;Messi Opens Up On Argentina&rsquo;s Defeat To Spain appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-itll-take-time-for-this-wound-to-heal-messi-opens-up-on-argentinas-defeat-to-spain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-itll-take-time-for-this-wound-to-heal-messi-opens-up-on-argentinas-defeat-to-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Fate Would Have Been Cruel To Spain Had They Lost Title — Iroha]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria defender Ben Iroha has declared that Spain were worthy winners of the FIFA World Cup 2026, insisting that &ldquo;fate would have been cruel to Spain if they had lost to Argentina in Sunday night&rsquo;s final,&rdquo; Completesports.com reports. World Cup 2026: Spain Dominate Final Despite Mart&iacute;nez Heroics Spain were the dominant side from start [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Fate Would Have Been Cruel To Spain Had They Lost Title &mdash; Iroha appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fate-would-have-been-cruel-to-spain-had-they-lost-title-iroha/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fate-would-have-been-cruel-to-spain-had-they-lost-title-iroha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Super Falcons Striker Completes Move To Swedish Club BK Häcken]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons forward Joy Omewa has completed a move to Swedish champions BK H&auml;cken, Completesports.com reports. Omewa has signed a three-year contract with the Damallsvenskan side after joining on a free transfer following her departure from English Women&rsquo;s Super League 2 outfit Nottingham Forest. The 23-year-old becomes the second Nigerian at BK H&auml;cken, linking up [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Super Falcons Striker Completes Move To Swedish Club BK H&auml;cken appeared first on Com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-striker-completes-move-to-swedish-club-bk-hcken/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-falcons-striker-completes-move-to-swedish-club-bk-hcken/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Matthäus: Bayern Munich Not Considering Selling Olise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany legend Lothar Matth&auml;us has confirmed that Bayern Munich has absolutely no intention of selling Michael Olise this summer. Following recent transfer rumours heavily linking the French winger to Real Madrid, Matth&auml;us stated that Bayern will not even entertain negotiations, noting the chances of a move are practically zero. Read Also:Man United Should Have Splashed [...]<br />
The post Matth&auml;us: Bayern Munich Not Considering Selling Olise appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/matthus-bayern-munich-not-considering-selling-olise/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/matthus-bayern-munich-not-considering-selling-olise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England Legend Keegan Dies After Battle With Cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer, his family have confirmed, BBC Sport reports. One of English football&rsquo;s most decorated players, Keegan enjoyed spells at Scunthorpe United, Liverpool, Hamburg, Southampton and Newcastle during an illustrious [...]<br />
The post England Legend Keegan Dies After Battle With Cancer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-legend-keegan-dies-after-battle-with-cancer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-legend-keegan-dies-after-battle-with-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: How I Lost ₦5m Bet On Argentina  –Popular Nollywood Actress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has lost &#8358;5 million after placing her very first football bet on the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain. Following Argentina&rsquo;s 1-0 defeat, she took to Instagram to lament the loss, stating that the anxiety was overwhelming and vowing never to bet again. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Rapper [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: How I Lost &#8358;5m Bet On Argentina&ndash;Popular Nollywood Actress appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-how-i-lost-5m-bet-on-argentina-popular-nollywood-actress/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-how-i-lost-5m-bet-on-argentina-popular-nollywood-actress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Has The World Cup Turned Tactical Analysis Into Mainstream Online Entertainment?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football has always been a popular topic of conversation, but now people are able to discuss it beyond a surface level. Thanks to the increase in football analysts on platforms like YouTube, fans can dive into much greater detail about what they&rsquo;ve just seen on the pitch. The latest World Cup has led to even [...]<br />
The post Has The World Cup Turned Tactical Analysis Into Mainstream Online Entertainment? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/has-the-world-cup-turned-tactical-analysis-into-mainstream-online-entertainment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/has-the-world-cup-turned-tactical-analysis-into-mainstream-online-entertainment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 117: 2026 FIFA World Cup Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferran Torres last night clinched Spain&rsquo;s second men&rsquo;s World Cup title with an extra-time winner against reigning world champions Argentina in a bad-tempered final marred by Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez&rsquo;s red card for a reckless foul on Pau Cubars&iacute;. Torres, a 62nd-minute substitute for Mikel Oyarzabal, sealed a 1-0 win for the European champions when he struck [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 117: 2026 FIFA World Cup Review appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-117-2026-fifa-world-cup-review/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-117-2026-fifa-world-cup-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Genk Reach Agreement With Pisa For Durosinmi]]></title><description><![CDATA[KRC Genk have reached an agreement with Italian club Pisa for the signing of Super Eagles striker Rafiu Durosinmi, Completesports.com reports. According to transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, the deal is valued at &euro;10.5 million plus performance-related bonuses, with Pisa also securing a 10% sell-on clause on any future transfer. The transfer will become the [...]<br />
The post Genk Reach Agreement With Pisa For Durosinmi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/genk-reach-agreement-with-pisa-for-durosinmi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/genk-reach-agreement-with-pisa-for-durosinmi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘This Is The Best England Group For A Very Long Time’  –Rice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal star Declan Rice has disclosed that this is the best England group in recent memory following their third-place finish at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Captaining the squad to a wild 6-4 victory over France in the bronze-medal match, he expressed pride in the squad but admitted he and his teammates were gutted over [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;This Is The Best England Group For A Very Long Time&rsquo;&ndash;Rice appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-this-is-the-best-england-group-for-a-very-long-time-rice/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-this-is-the-best-england-group-for-a-very-long-time-rice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Italian Football Federation Holds Talks With Guardiola Over Coaching Job]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has met with Pep Guardiola to convince him to take over as national team head coach, Sky in Italy reports. Paolo Maldini, the new technical director of the FIGC, and Leonardo, his advisor, travelled to Barcelona to speak with the former Man City boss. It remains to be seen if [...]<br />
The post Italian Football Federation Holds Talks With Guardiola Over Coaching Job appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/italian-football-federation-holds-talks-with-guardiola-over-coaching-job/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/italian-football-federation-holds-talks-with-guardiola-over-coaching-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Flying Eagles Storm Abidjan For Title Defence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champions Flying Eagles of Nigeria have arrived Abidjan , Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire for the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, Completesports.com reports. The players, and their officials departed the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, for Abidjan on Monday morning before continuing their journey to Yamoussoukro, the host city of the tournament. Abdu Maikaba&rsquo;s side will start [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Flying Eagles Storm Abidjan For Title Defence appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-flying-eagles-storm-abidjan-for-title-defence/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-flying-eagles-storm-abidjan-for-title-defence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Rapper Drake Loses $1.5m On Bet After Staking On Argentina To Beat Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canadian rapper Drake has lost a massive $1.5 million USDT cryptocurrency wager on Argentina after Spain defeated them 1-0 in extra time during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. The 39-year-old put his money behind the South American team on Saturday through the betting site Stake, and he could have had a payout of more [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Rapper Drake Loses $1.5m On Bet After Staking On Argentina To Beat Spain appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-rapper-drake-loses-15m-on-bet-after-staking-on-argentina-to-beat-spain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-rapper-drake-loses-15m-on-bet-after-staking-on-argentina-to-beat-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA Rankings: Super Eagles Stay 26th, Slip To Fourth In Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Eagles have maintained their 26th position in the latest Men&rsquo;s World Ranking released on Monday, Completesports.com reports. However, Eric Chelle&rsquo;s side slipped one place to fourth in Africa after Egypt overtook them in the continental standings. The Super Eagles have not played since their 2-1 defeat to former European champions Portugal in an [...]<br />
The post FIFA Rankings: Super Eagles Stay 26th, Slip To Fourth In Africa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-rankings-super-eagles-stay-26th-slip-to-fourth-in-africa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-rankings-super-eagles-stay-26th-slip-to-fourth-in-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘Proud Of This Squad’  –Argentina FA President Hails Players Despite Loss To Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentine Football Association (AFA) President Claudio &ldquo;Chiqui&rdquo; Tapia has expressed his gratitude to the team for their unwavering effort throughout the match, following Argentina&rsquo;s 1-0 loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final in New Jersey. The AFA president took to social media to express pride in the players, coaching staff, and everyone [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;Proud Of This Squad&rsquo;&ndash;Argentina FA President Hails Players Despite Loss To Spain app]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-proud-of-this-squad-argentina-fa-president-hails-players-despite-loss-to-spain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-proud-of-this-squad-argentina-fa-president-hails-players-despite-loss-to-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi Leads Argentina To Equal Unwanted Record After World Cup Final Heartbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi and his Argentina teammates equaled an unwanted World Cup record, after the Albiceleste lost to Spain in Sunday&rsquo;s final. Barcelona forward Ferran Torres was the hero for Spain after slotting home the winning goal on 106 minutes, to help Luis de la Fuente&rsquo;s side clinch a second World Cup title since 2010. Torres [...]<br />
The post Messi Leads Argentina To Equal Unwanted Record After World Cup Final Heartbreak appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-leads-argentina-to-equal-unwanted-record-after-world-cup-final-heartbreak/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-leads-argentina-to-equal-unwanted-record-after-world-cup-final-heartbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Spain Sweep Major Individual Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain further highlighted their dominance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 by claiming three of the tournament&rsquo;s major individual awards. Barcelona youngster Pau Cubarsi was named the Best Young Player after producing a series of impressive performances at the heart of La Roja&rsquo;s defence. The central defender was ever-present throughout their run to the final [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Spain Sweep Major Individual Awards appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-sweep-major-individual-awards/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-sweep-major-individual-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Football Won  —Kroos Taunts Argentina After Defeat To Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Germany international Toni Kroos has taunted Argentina, after they lost to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on Sunday, beIN Sports reports. Spain were crowned world champions for the second time, and the first since 2010, as Ferran Torres&rsquo; 106th-minute winner proved to be the difference. La Roja were helped by Enzo [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Football Won&mdash;Kroos Taunts Argentina After Defeat To Spain appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-football-won-kroos-taunts-argentina-after-defeat-to-spain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-football-won-kroos-taunts-argentina-after-defeat-to-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Fenerbahçe Sign Nigerian Midfielder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fenerbah&ccedil;e have completed the signing of Nigerian midfielder Suliat Abideen, Completesports.com reports. The 24-year-old has signed a contract that will keep her at Fenerbah&ccedil;e until the end of the season. Abideen linked up with Fenerbah&ccedil;e from another Turkish club ABB Fomget. Fenerbah&ccedil;e announced the player&rsquo;s arrival in a statement on their official website. &ldquo;Fenerbah&ccedil;e Women&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Fenerbah&ccedil;e Sign Nigerian Midfield]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-fenerbahe-sign-nigerian-midfielder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-fenerbahe-sign-nigerian-midfielder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Most Difficult World Cup Tournament Ever’  –Rodri Reacts After Spain’s Triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain&rsquo;s captain Rodri has described the World Cup 2026 as the most difficult tournament ever after leading his team to a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the final at MetLife Stadium. Torres was the hero for Spain when he collected substitute Nico Williams&rsquo; header to beat Argentina keeper Emiliano Martinez with a powerful shot [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;Most Difficult World Cup Tournament Ever&rsquo;&ndash;Rodri Reacts After Spain&rsquo;s Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/most-difficult-world-cup-tournament-ever-rodri-reacts-after-spains-triumph/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/most-difficult-world-cup-tournament-ever-rodri-reacts-after-spains-triumph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘It’s Better Than Nothing’  –Konsa Reflects On England’s Win Against France]]></title><description><![CDATA[England defender Ezri Konsa has described his FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with the Three Lions as surreal and a dream come true. He scored a vital header in England&rsquo;s thrilling 6-4 victory over France, helping the Three Lions secure their best tournament finish since 1966. Read Also:World Cup 2026: He Did Everything Right &ndash;Tuchel [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;It&rsquo;s Better Than Nothing&rsquo;&ndash;Konsa Reflects On England&rsquo;s Win Against France appeared first on Co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-better-than-nothing-konsa-reflects-on-englands-win-against-france/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-better-than-nothing-konsa-reflects-on-englands-win-against-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dominant Spain Beat Argentina To Clinch Second World Cup Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[An extra-time strike by Ferran Torres earned a dominant Spain a 1-0 win against 10-man Argentina, in the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Sunday. The reigning European champions have now clinched their second World Cup title after landing their first in 2010. Spain had dominated throughout, having 20 shots to an extraordinary [...]<br />
The post Dominant Spain Beat Argentina To Clinch Second World Cup Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dominant-spain-beat-argentina-to-clinch-second-world-cup-title/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dominant-spain-beat-argentina-to-clinch-second-world-cup-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BREAKING: Dominant Spain Beat Argentina To Clinch Second World Cup Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[An extra-time strike by Ferran Torres earned a dominant Spain a 1-0 win against 10-man Argentina, in the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Sunday. Spain have now clinched their second World Cup title after landing their first in 2010. More to follow&hellip;<br />
The post BREAKING: Dominant Spain Beat Argentina To Clinch Second World Cup Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/breaking-dominant-spain-beat-argentina-to-clinch-second-world-cup-title/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/breaking-dominant-spain-beat-argentina-to-clinch-second-world-cup-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Should Have Splashed £116m On Anderson  –Robson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Bryan Robson has disclosed that while Manchester City overpaid for Elliot Anderson, his former club should have matched the massive &pound;116 million bid to secure the midfielder. In a chat with Hajper, Robson believes the Red Devils needed to meet the valuation to make a true statement in the market. Read Also:Arsenal [...]<br />
The post Man United Should Have Splashed &pound;116m On Anderson&ndash;Robson appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-should-have-splashed-116m-on-anderson-robson/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-should-have-splashed-116m-on-anderson-robson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: 19 Players In Camp As Super Falcons Intensify Preparations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Only six players of Cup-holders Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons were still being expected at the team&rsquo;s camp in Casablanca on Sunday night, following the arrival of more players at the Hotel Marriott as 15 players trained at the La Noria Club in the evening. The BK Hacken FC of Sweden duo of Halimatu Ayinde and Joy [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: 19 Players In Camp As Super Falcons Intensify Preparations appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-19-players-in-camp-as-super-falcons-intensify-preparations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-19-players-in-camp-as-super-falcons-intensify-preparations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Still Hungry For More Titles — Abiodun]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deborah Abiodun says the Super Falcons are determined to add more silverware despite their unrivalled dominance in African women&rsquo;s football. Nigeria are the most successful team in the history of the Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, having won a record 10 titles. Justine Madugu&rsquo;s side will be aiming to extend that record by claiming an [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Still Hungry For More Titles &mdash; Abiodun appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-still-hungry-for-more-titles-abiodun/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-still-hungry-for-more-titles-abiodun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brentford, Rangers Battle For Super Eagles Defender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brentford have joined Rangers in the race for Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu, Completesports.com reports. Rangers have identified Alebiosu as a potential replacement for former captain James Tavernier. Brentford, meanwhile, are reportedly targeting him as another option for Italy international Michael Kayode. Both clubs sent scouts to monitor the defender during a pre-season match, but [...]<br />
The post Brentford, Rangers Battle For Super Eagles Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brentford-rangers-battle-for-super-eagles-defender/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brentford-rangers-battle-for-super-eagles-defender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Linked With Shock Move For Former Man City Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are considering John Stones as a short-term freebie fix if William Saliba&rsquo;s injury proves to be serious. Saliba&rsquo;s suspected back issue is yet to be assessed by the Gunners but there are fears he could be out for up to five months. The 25-year-old was forced off with the long-standing problem during France&rsquo;s semi-final [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Linked With Shock Move For Former Man City Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-linked-with-shock-move-for-former-man-city-star/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-linked-with-shock-move-for-former-man-city-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkish Club Plot Move For Awaziem]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish Super Lig side Konyaspor have opened talks with Super Eagles defender Chidozie Awaziem over a potential summer move, Completesports.com reports. Awaziem is expected to leave French club Nantes following the Canaries&rsquo; relegation from Ligue 1 at the end of last season. According to Turkish outlet Spor Depor, Konyaspor are eager to strengthen their defence [...]<br />
The post Turkish Club Plot Move For Awaziem appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkish-club-plot-move-for-awaziem/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkish-club-plot-move-for-awaziem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA Makes U-Turn, Changes Length Of World Cup 2026 Final Half-Time Show]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has limited the World Cup 2026 final halftime break to 17 minutes, including an 11-minute musical performance. This decision serves as a major relief for Spain and Argentina, as initial projections feared the Super Bowl-style stage setup could stretch the intermission to as long as 30 minutes. Read Also:World Cup 2026: He Did Everything [...]<br />
The post FIFA Makes U-Turn, Changes Length Of World Cup 2026 Final Half-Time Show appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-makes-u-turn-changes-length-of-world-cup-2026-final-half-time-show/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-makes-u-turn-changes-length-of-world-cup-2026-final-half-time-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa In Talks To Sign Two Chelsea Stars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have held talks with Chelsea over the possibility of signing both Nicolas Jackson and Alejandro Garnacho this summer, TEAMtalk reports. The discussions took place as part of the negotiations that are set to see Morgan Rogers move to Stamford Bridge in a British-record transfer, with Villa already planning how to reinvest as they [...]<br />
The post Aston Villa In Talks To Sign Two Chelsea Stars appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-in-talks-to-sign-two-chelsea-stars/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-in-talks-to-sign-two-chelsea-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: He Did Everything Right  –Tuchel Hails Saka’s Hattrick Against France]]></title><description><![CDATA[England manager Thomas Tuchel has hailed Bukayo Saka after scoring a hat-trick in a thrilling 6-4 victory over France in the bronze medal match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Miami. In the post-match, Tuchel made a humorous admission that he was so caught up in the flow and demands of the match that [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: He Did Everything Right&ndash;Tuchel Hails Saka&rsquo;s Hattrick Against France appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-he-did-everything-right-tuchel-hails-sakas-hattrick-against-france/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-he-did-everything-right-tuchel-hails-sakas-hattrick-against-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shearer Tips Argentina To Win World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle legend Alan Shearer has backed Argentina to win the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Spain. Pointing to their relentless fighting spirit and resilience in crucial moments, the England legend admitted that with Lionel Messi in their squad, Argentina possessed the unmatched drive needed to lift the trophy. Read Also:Wenger: World Cup 2026 Hydration [...]<br />
The post Shearer Tips Argentina To Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/shearer-tips-argentina-to-win-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/shearer-tips-argentina-to-win-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi Drops Retirement Hints Just Hours Before World Cup Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi has seemingly hinted at a possible retirement just hours before playing for Argentina in the World Cup final, talkSPORT reports. The 39-year-old will lead his country out against Spain at the MetLife Stadium. Argentina are looking to become the first nation to win back-to-back World Cups since their South American rivals Brazil in [...]<br />
The post Messi Drops Retirement Hints Just Hours Before World Cup Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-drops-retirement-hints-just-hours-before-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-drops-retirement-hints-just-hours-before-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina Bid To Emulate Brazil, Italy Rare World Cup Feat Ahead Spain Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[It will be the battle of the champions as Argentina, led by inspirational captain Lionel Messi, will face Spain in a FIFA World Cup 2026 final. This is no ordinary final, as Argentina stand on the brink of immortality. A victory would make them only the third team in history&mdash;and the first since the 1960s&mdash;to [...]<br />
The post Argentina Bid To Emulate Brazil, Italy Rare World Cup Feat Ahead Spain Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentina-bid-to-emulate-brazil-italy-rare-world-cup-feat-ahead-spain-clash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentina-bid-to-emulate-brazil-italy-rare-world-cup-feat-ahead-spain-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O’Neill Speaks On Iheanacho’s Decision To Join Bursaspor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic manager Martin O&rsquo;Neill has opened up on Kelechi Iheanacho&rsquo;s move to Turkish club Bursaspor, Completesports.com reports. Iheanacho spent last season at Celtic and made a big impression despite struggling with injuries for much of the campaign. However, the Scottish Premiership champions failed to retain the Nigeria international after allowing the one-year extension option in [...]<br />
The post O&rsquo;Neill Speaks On Iheanacho&rsquo;s Decision To Join Bursaspor appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oneill-speaks-on-iheanachos-decision-to-join-bursaspor/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oneill-speaks-on-iheanachos-decision-to-join-bursaspor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UFC: South Africa’s Du Plessis Secures Dominant Win Against Usman]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa&rsquo;s Dricus Du Plessis cruised to a dominant unanimous decision win over former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman at UFC, in Oklahoma, USA, on Saturday night, NY Fights reports. The judges scored the five-round main event 50-45, 49-46 and 49-46 in favor of the South African, who looked sharp from start to finish. From the [...]<br />
The post UFC: South Africa&rsquo;s Du Plessis Secures Dominant Win Against Usman appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ufc-south-africas-du-plessis-secures-dominant-win-against-usman/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ufc-south-africas-du-plessis-secures-dominant-win-against-usman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olise Breaks Pele’s World Cup Assist Record In France Vs England 10-Goal Thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Olise made FIFA World Cup history for France as he recorded his seventh assist of the 2026 World Cup in their 6-4 loss against England, moving past Pel&eacute; to set a new record for the most assists in a single tournament, Bundesliga.com reports. The previous record at a single tournament was set by Brazilian [...]<br />
The post Olise Breaks Pele&rsquo;s World Cup Assist Record In France Vs England 10-Goal Thriller appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olise-breaks-peles-world-cup-assist-record-in-france-vs-england-10-goal-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olise-breaks-peles-world-cup-assist-record-in-france-vs-england-10-goal-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Dlamini Confident South Africa Can Dethrone Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Andile Dlamini is banking on experience to dethrone the Super Falcons of Nigeria, Completesports.com. Desiree Ellis&rsquo; side surrendered their continental crown to Nigeria at the 2024 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. South Africa suffered a 2-1 defeat to the Super Falcons in the semi-final before finishing fourth after losing to Ghana&rsquo;s Black [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Dlamini Confident South Africa Can Dethrone Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-dlamini-confident-south-africa-can-dethrone-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-dlamini-confident-south-africa-can-dethrone-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watford Accept Aris Bid For Dele-Bashiru]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greek Super League club Aris are on the verge of completing the signing of Watford midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru. The two clubs have reportedly reached an agreement on a transfer fee of &pound;425,000 for the 26-year-old, paving the way for his move to Greece. Dele-Bashiru is expected to travel to Greece on Sunday before undergoing a [...]<br />
The post Watford Accept Aris Bid For Dele-Bashiru appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/watford-accept-aris-bid-for-dele-bashiru/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/watford-accept-aris-bid-for-dele-bashiru/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wenger: World Cup 2026 Hydration Breaks Didn’t Affect Games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ars&egrave;ne Wenger has disclosed that the mandatory three-minute hydration breaks introduced at the FIFAWorld Cup 2026 have split opinions and will be reviewed by FIFA post-tournament. While some coaches praised the breaks for player welfare, critics argue they disrupt match momentum and serve as unscripted commercial slots for broadcasters. Read Also:Saka Scores Hat-trick As England [...]<br />
The post Wenger: World Cup 2026 Hydration Breaks Didn&rsquo;t Affect Games appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wenger-world-cup-2026-hydration-breaks-didnt-affect-games/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wenger-world-cup-2026-hydration-breaks-didnt-affect-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Akpeyi Backs Nwabali To Make Eagles Return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international Daniel Akpeyi has backed Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali for a recall to the national team following his return to competitive club football. Recall that Nwabali recently finalized a return to South African side Chippa United after about five months without competitive club football. Nwabali Rejoins Chippa United Akpeyi expressed that regaining [...]<br />
The post Akpeyi Backs Nwabali To Make Eagles Return appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/akpeyi-backs-nwabali-to-make-eagles-return/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/akpeyi-backs-nwabali-to-make-eagles-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saka Scores Hat-trick As England Edge Out France In 10-Goal Thriller, Clinch First-Ever World Cup Bronze]]></title><description><![CDATA[A hat-trick from Bukayo Saka helped England edge out France 6-4, in a thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place play-off on Saturday. The win means England clinched their first-ever bronze medal at a FIFA World Cup, having finished fourth in 1990 and 2018. France captain Kylian scored twice which took his tally in this year&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Saka Scores Hat-trick As England Edge Out France In 10-Goal Thriller, Clinch First-Ever World Cup Bronze appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saka-scores-hat-trick-as-england-edge-out-france-in-10-goal-thriller-clinch-first-ever-world-cup-bronze/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saka-scores-hat-trick-as-england-edge-out-france-in-10-goal-thriller-clinch-first-ever-world-cup-bronze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Onyedika Agrees Personal Terms With Eintracht Frankfurt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raphael Onyedika has agreed personal terms with Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt, Completesports.com reports. According to German publication, BILD, Club Brugge and Eintracht Frankfurt are now negotiating the transfer fee. The Nigeria international is expected to sign a five-year contract with the former UEFA Europa League champions. Read Also:Bundesliga Club Table Bid For Onyedika The Germans [...]<br />
The post Onyedika Agrees Personal Terms With Eintracht Frankfurt appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/onyedika-agrees-personal-terms-with-eintracht-frankfurt/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/onyedika-agrees-personal-terms-with-eintracht-frankfurt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pre-Season: Okonkwo Keeps Another Clean Sheet As Wrexham Beat Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arthur Okonkwo was in action as Wrexham pipped Premier League heavyweights Manchester United 1-0 in a pre-season friendly match in Helsinki, Finland on Saturday, completesports.com reports. Okonkwo has now kept clean sheets in back-to-back pre-season matches, after Wrexham played goalless with Wisla Krakow in their first tune up fixture last Saturday. The only goal of [...]<br />
The post Pre-Season: Okonkwo Keeps Another Clean Sheet As Wrexham Beat Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-okonkwo-keeps-another-clean-sheet-as-wrexham-beat-man-united/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pre-season-okonkwo-keeps-another-clean-sheet-as-wrexham-beat-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Thunderstorms Disrupt Spain’s Final Training Session]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severe thunderstorms in New Jersey have forced Spain to cancel their final outdoor training session at Melanie Lane Training Ground ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina. Under tournament protocol, training must be postponed if lightning is detected within an eight-mile radius. Lightning is typically checked every 30 minutes until it is [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Thunderstorms Disrupt Spain&rsquo;s Final Training Session appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-thunderstorms-disrupt-spains-final-training-session/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-thunderstorms-disrupt-spains-final-training-session/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wozniacki Defends Sabalenka Against Criticism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Danish tennis star Caroline Wozniacki has defended Aryna Sabalenka against ongoing criticism regarding her on-court mentality. Speaking about the Belarusian superstar, Wozniacki dismissed narratives that Sabalenka lacks mental toughness, pointing to her ability to repeatedly bounce back, her Grand Slam success, and her fierce competitiveness as true indicators of her elite mindset. Read Also:Cincinnati [...]<br />
The post Wozniacki Defends Sabalenka Against Criticism appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wozniacki-defends-sabalenka-against-criticism/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wozniacki-defends-sabalenka-against-criticism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Incredible Super Falcons WAFCON Records That Still Stand Tall]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the 14th edition of the Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2026) set to take place in Morocco from 25 July to 16 August 2026, Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons will once again arrive as the continent&rsquo;s benchmark in women&rsquo;s football. The reigning champions will be aiming to defend their crown, secure a record-extending 11th continental [...]<br />
The post 7 Incredible Super Falcons WAFCON Records That Still Stand Tall appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/7-incredible-super-falcons-wafcon-records-that-still-stand-tall/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/7-incredible-super-falcons-wafcon-records-that-still-stand-tall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams Will Be Ideal Backup For Shaw  –Pallister Tells Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Gary Pallister has advised the Red Devils to target Nottingham Forest defender Neco Williams to provide cover and competition for the injury-prone Luke Shaw. Shaw was the only United player to start every Premier League game last season, becoming just the fifth outfield player to have started all 38 top flight games [...]<br />
The post Williams Will Be Ideal Backup For Shaw&ndash;Pallister Tells Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/williams-will-be-ideal-backup-for-shaw-pallister-tells-man-united/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/williams-will-be-ideal-backup-for-shaw-pallister-tells-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boniface Bags Brace, Tella Scores As Leverkusen Thrash Lower Division Side 7-0 In First Pre-season Game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Boniface returned from a long injury spell last campaign and bagged a brace in Bayer Leverkusen&rsquo;s 7-0 win against German fifth division side, Sportfreunde Baumberg, in their first pre-season game on Saturday. Also on target for Leverkusen was Boniface&rsquo;s Nigerian teammate Nathan Tella. Boniface came off the bench to put Leverkusen 4-0 up in [...]<br />
The post Boniface Bags Brace, Tella Scores As Leverkusen Thrash Lower Division Side 7-0 In First Pre-season Game appeared first on Co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boniface-bags-brace-tella-scores-as-leverkusen-thrash-lower-division-side-7-0-in-first-pre-season-game/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boniface-bags-brace-tella-scores-as-leverkusen-thrash-lower-division-side-7-0-in-first-pre-season-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cucurella: I’ll Retire, Get A Tattoo If Spain Win World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Real Madrid signing Marc Cucurella has pledged that if Spain wins the World Cup 2026, he will get a tattoo of manager Luis de la Fuente&rsquo;s face on his body. Cucurella made the bold vow leading up to the final against Argentina on Sunday. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Laporte Warns Spain Of Argentina&rsquo;s Provocative [...]<br />
The post Cucurella: I&rsquo;ll Retire, Get A Tattoo If Spain Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cucurella-ill-retire-get-a-tattoo-if-spain-win-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cucurella-ill-retire-get-a-tattoo-if-spain-win-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Stay Alert Against Battle Hardened Argentina  –Del Bosque Warns Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Spain manager Vicente del Bosque has warned the national team against taking Argentina lightly in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, describing them as a &ldquo;real nuisance&rdquo; and highlighting their tactical discipline. Del Bosque acknowledged Spain&rsquo;s tournament edge but urged caution based on Argentina&rsquo;s fighting spirit and experience. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Winners To [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Stay Alert Against Battle Hardened Argentina&ndash;Del Bosque Warns Spai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-stay-alert-against-battle-hardened-argentina-del-bosque-warns-spain/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-stay-alert-against-battle-hardened-argentina-del-bosque-warns-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beşiktaş Turn Down Saudi Bid For Ndidi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish Super Lig club Be&#351;ikta&#351; have reportedly turned down a &euro;7 million offer from Saudi Arabian side Al Diriyah for Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi, according to Turkish newspaper Milliyet. The Black Eagles are said to value the experienced midfielder at &euro;10 million, and are unwilling to sanction his departure unless their asking price is [...]<br />
The post Be&#351;ikta&#351; Turn Down Saudi Bid For Ndidi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beikta-turn-down-saudi-bid-for-ndidi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beikta-turn-down-saudi-bid-for-ndidi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup Third-Place Play-Off Should Be Scrapped   —Shearer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alan Shearer has branded FIFA&rsquo;s third-place play-off &lsquo;meaningless&rsquo; ahead of England&rsquo;s meeting with France this evening. England&rsquo;s defeat by Argentina in Wednesday&rsquo;s semi-final ended their hopes of reaching Sunday&rsquo;s World Cup final against Spain in New Jersey. Instead, the Three Lions will travel to Miami to face France, who lost 2-0 to Spain on Tuesday, [...]<br />
The post World Cup Third-Place Play-Off Should Be Scrapped &mdash;Shearer appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-third-place-play-off-should-be-scrapped-shearer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-third-place-play-off-should-be-scrapped-shearer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernandez Plays Down Rangers Exit Talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emmanuel Fernandez has said he is not considering a move away from Scottish Premiership giants Rangers, Completesports.com reports. Fernandez arrived Ibrox from English League One club Peterborough United for &pound;3.5million last summer. The 24-year-old quickly established himself as a key figure in the Rangers squad and was voted the club&rsquo;s Player of the Season. The [...]<br />
The post Fernandez Plays Down Rangers Exit Talk appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernandez-plays-down-rangers-exit-talk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernandez-plays-down-rangers-exit-talk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Xavi Open To Coaching At AFCON]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona and Spain legendary midfielder Xavi Hernandez has said he is interested in branching out into international management, and won&rsquo;t mind coaching a team at the Euros, Asian Cup and even the Africa Cup of Nations. Xavi spent just under three seasons at Barcelona before he was relieved of his duties in May 2024, following [...]<br />
The post Xavi Open To Coaching At AFCON appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/xavi-open-to-coaching-at-afcon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/xavi-open-to-coaching-at-afcon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trabzonspor Demand €30m For Onuachu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trabzonspor have slapped a &euro;30 million price tag on Paul Onuachu amid transfer interest, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international has been strongly linked with a move away from Papara Park this summer. Trabzonspor have rejected two separate offers from Fenerbah&ccedil;e. Fenerbah&ccedil;e&rsquo;s Istanbul rivals, Be&#351;ikta&#351; are observing the situation,and have not yet made a proposal. Read [...]<br />
The post Trabzonspor Demand &euro;30m For Onuachu appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-demand-30m-for-onuachu/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-demand-30m-for-onuachu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D’Tigers Assistant Captain Targets World Cup Spot, Seeks To Uncover Basketball Talents]]></title><description><![CDATA[D&rsquo;Tigers assistant captain Michael Eric has set his sights on helping Nigeria qualify for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup, reports Completesports.com. David Fizdale&rsquo;s side completed a flawless campaign at the African qualifiers in Luanda, Angola winning all three games. The impressive turnaround saw Nigeria finish the group phase with a 4-2 record and secure [...]<br />
The post D&rsquo;Tigers Assistant Captain Targets World Cup Spot, Seeks To Uncover Basketball Talents appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-assistant-captain-targets-world-cup-spot-seeks-to-uncover-basketball-talents/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-assistant-captain-targets-world-cup-spot-seeks-to-uncover-basketball-talents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D’Tigers Assistant Captain Targets World Cup Place, Seeks To Uncover Basketball Talents]]></title><description><![CDATA[D&rsquo;Tigers assistant captain Michael Eric has set his sights on helping Nigeria qualify for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup, reports Completesports.com. David Fizdale&rsquo;s side completed a flawless campaign at the African qualifiers in Luanda, Angola winning all three games. The impressive turnaround saw Nigeria finish the group phase with a 4-2 record and secure [...]<br />
The post D&rsquo;Tigers Assistant Captain Targets World Cup Place, Seeks To Uncover Basketball Talents appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-assistant-captain-targets-world-cup-place-seeks-to-uncover-basketball-talents/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-assistant-captain-targets-world-cup-place-seeks-to-uncover-basketball-talents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Defender Nears Fulham Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu is closing in on a permanent move to Premier League side Fulham, Completesports.com reports. According to Sky Sport, Fulham have tabled a &euro;27 million bid for the Nigerian centre-back, while Trabzonspor are holding out for &euro;30 million. The two clubs are believed to be close to reaching an agreement, with the [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Defender Nears Fulham Move appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-defender-nears-fulham-move/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-defender-nears-fulham-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Supercomputer Predicts Spain vs Argentina Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Opta supercomputer has tipped Spain to beat reigning champion Argentina in the final of the World Cup 2026 on Sunday, TNT Sports reports. Ahead of the epic encounter, the supercomputer has given Spain a 59% chance of lifting the trophy in New Jersey on Sunday, while Argentina have a 41% chance of glory. For the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Supercomputer Predicts Spain vs Argentina Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-supercomputer-predicts-spain-vs-argentina-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-supercomputer-predicts-spain-vs-argentina-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Please Don’t Beat Us 5-0, 1-0 Is Enough  —Malawi Captain Pleads With Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malawi captain, Tabitha Chawinga, has jokingly pleaded with the Super Falcons not to inflict a heavy defeat on her team when the two sides clash in their opening Group C game at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat, Morocco. The Super Falcons have been drawn alongside Malawi, Zambia and Egypt, and will [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Please Don&rsquo;t Beat Us 5-0, 1-0 Is Enough&mdash;Malawi Captain Pleads With Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-please-dont-beat-us-5-0-1-0-is-enough-malawi-captain-pleads-with-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-please-dont-beat-us-5-0-1-0-is-enough-malawi-captain-pleads-with-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orban Set For Loan Move To Turkish Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria striker Gift Orban is on the verge of joining newly promoted Turkish S&uuml;per Lig club Amedspor on loan for the 2025/26 season, Completesports.com reports. According to reports from Turkey, Amedspor have reached an agreement with Bundesliga outfit TSG Hoffenheim and the player over a season-long loan deal that includes an option to make the [...]<br />
The post Orban Set For Loan Move To Turkish Club appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/orban-set-for-loan-move-to-turkish-club/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/orban-set-for-loan-move-to-turkish-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Must Learn To Close The Gap On Spain, Argentina, France]]></title><description><![CDATA[England manager Thomas Tuchel has admitted that a gap remains between the Three Lions and serial tournament winners like Argentina, France, and Spain. Speaking ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff, Tuchel noted that traditional powerhouses like Argentina and France have established the expectation to win major trophies, whereas England is still in [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Must Learn To Close The Gap On Spain, Argentina, France appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-must-learn-to-close-the-gap-on-spain-argentina-france/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-must-learn-to-close-the-gap-on-spain-argentina-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monreal: Rogers Can Adapt To Arsenal’s Style Of Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Arsenal defender Nacho Monreal has named Morgan Rogers as one of the wingers Arsenal should sign this summer, stating that the Aston Villa man possesses all the necessary qualities to make a massive impact for the Gunners. Monreal praised the 23-year-old&rsquo;s breakout performances, advocating that his style of play could fix the inconsistencies Arsenal [...]<br />
The post Monreal: Rogers Can Adapt To Arsenal&rsquo;s Style Of Football appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/monreal-rogers-can-adapt-to-arsenals-style-of-football/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/monreal-rogers-can-adapt-to-arsenals-style-of-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Laporte Warns Spain Of Argentina’s Provocative Tactics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain defender Aymeric Laporte has warned his teammates that the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina will descend into chaos unless the referee cracks down on Argentina&rsquo;s aggressive tactics. Speaking ahead of the final at New York New Jersey Stadium, Laporte stated that Argentina likes to leave a mark on opponents and unsettle them. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Laporte Warns Spain Of Argentina&rsquo;s Provocative Tactics appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-laporte-warns-spain-of-argentinas-provocative-tactics/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-laporte-warns-spain-of-argentinas-provocative-tactics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World  Cup 2026: Who Wins — Spain or Argentina? —Odegbami]]></title><description><![CDATA[The curtains will be drawn on the 2026 FIFA World Cup tomorrow. The 104 football battles fought amongst 48 countries will come to a most befitting climax. The two teams at the finish line are amongst the 7 that have previously won the World Cup, maintaining a tradition that only a few countries in the [...]<br />
The post WorldCup 2026: Who Wins &mdash; Spain or Argentina? &mdash;Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-who-wins-spain-or-argentina-odegbami/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-who-wins-spain-or-argentina-odegbami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salah’s agent denies reports of Besiktas agreement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah's agent appears to have rubbished reports that the former Liverpool winger has agreed to join Besiktas, claiming there is still no decision on his future.<br />
Salah reached an agreement with Liverpool to cancel his contract at the end of last season, bringing the curtain down on his glittering nine-year stay at Anfield.&nbsp;<br />
Having arrived from Roma in 2017, Salah won two Premier League titles, the Champions League, the FA Cup, the EFL Cup, the UEFA Super Cup, the Club World Cup and t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salahs-agent-denies-reports-of-besiktas-agreement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salahs-agent-denies-reports-of-besiktas-agreement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olabiyi Signs First Professional Contract With Wycombe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wycombe Wanderers have handed Nigerian youngster Micah Olabiyi his first professional contract. Olabiyi, who made his senior debut against Bromley in the Carabao Cup in August last year, has been praised for his impressive debut season with the club&rsquo;s academy during the 2025/26 campaign. Read Also:Arsenal Agree Fee With Club Brugge To Sign Greek Winger [...]<br />
The post Olabiyi Signs First Professional Contract With Wycombe appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olabiyi-signs-first-professional-contract-with-wycombe/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olabiyi-signs-first-professional-contract-with-wycombe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Super Eagles Winger Completes Russian Club Switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Russian Premier League FC Rostov have completed the signing of Super Eagles winger Olakunle Olusegun, Completesports.com reports. Olusegun linked up with FC Rostov from another Russian club, Krasnodar. The former Golden Eaglets star spent last season on loan at Nizhny Novgorod, scoring five times in 26 league appearances. FC Rostov announced the 24-year-old&rsquo;s arrival on [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Super Eagles Winger Completes Russian Club Switch appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-eagles-winger-completes-russian-club-switch/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-super-eagles-winger-completes-russian-club-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rosenior excited for Paris FC ‘adventure’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paris FC head coach Liam Rosenior is excited "to be part of this adventure" as he prepares for his first season in charge of the club.<br />
Rosenior signed a two-year contract with Paris FC in his first coaching role since being sacked as Chelsea boss back in April.<br />
The 42-year-old won just 11 of his 23 games in charge of the Blues (D2 L10), who finished the 2025-26 Premier League season 10th under interim head coach Calum McFarlane.<br />
Rosenior does bring Ligue 1 experience to the role, previously mana]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rosenior-excited-for-paris-fc-adventure/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rosenior-excited-for-paris-fc-adventure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ederson signs new Atalanta contract following collapse of Man Utd move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ederson has signed a new five-year contract with Atalanta following the collapse of his move to Manchester United.<br />
The Brazilian had looked set to join United in a &euro;45m (&pound;38m) deal&nbsp;including add-ons in June,&nbsp;before being called up to Brazil's World Cup squad as an injury replacement.<br />
When he returned from the tournament to undergo his medical, United claimed they had found significant problems with his knee and thus pulled out of the move.<br />
Atalanta's director of sport, Crist]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ederson-signs-new-atalanta-contract-following-collapse-of-man-utd-move/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ederson-signs-new-atalanta-contract-following-collapse-of-man-utd-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons vs Ghana Friendly Game Called Off]]></title><description><![CDATA[The friendly match between Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons and the Black Queens of Ghana has been called off. This was disclosed on the X handle of the Super Falcons. In a statement on the Super Falcons handle the game, which was billed for Saturday, 8 July in Casablanca, was called off due to unforeseen circumstances. The [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons vs Ghana Friendly Game Called Off appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-vs-ghana-friendly-game-called-off/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-vs-ghana-friendly-game-called-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iraola hesitant to sign direct Salah replacement to avoid ‘preparing him to fail’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andoni Iraola has confirmed Liverpool are looking to sign a right winger this transfer window, but not one who can directly replace Mohamed Salah, to avoid putting pressure on their new addition.<br />
Salah was one of many high-profile exits at the end of the 2025-26 campaign, with Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate also leaving Anfield.<br />
The Egyptian will be a huge miss for Liverpool, having enjoyed a glittering nine-year spell on Merseyside.<br />
On the final day&nbsp;of last season, Salah provided the a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iraola-hesitant-to-sign-direct-salah-replacement-to-avoid-preparing-him-to-fail/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iraola-hesitant-to-sign-direct-salah-replacement-to-avoid-preparing-him-to-fail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Asante Kotoko Appoint South Africa’s AFCON Title Winner Tinkler As New Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Asante Kotoko have appointed experienced South African coach Eric Tinkler as the club&rsquo;s new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 season, Ghana Soccernet reports. Tinkler joins the Porcupine Warriors with immediate effect, bringing more than three decades of experience in elite football as both a player and coach. Tinkler arrives with an impressive coaching resume, [...]<br />
The post Asante Kotoko Appoint South Africa&rsquo;s AFCON Title Winner Tinkler As New Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/asante-kotoko-appoint-south-africas-afcon-title-winner-tinkler-as-new-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/asante-kotoko-appoint-south-africas-afcon-title-winner-tinkler-as-new-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa beat Newcastle to club-record signing of £59.5m midfielder Manzambi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have clinched a club-record &pound;59.5m (&euro;70m) move for Johan Manzambi, having seen off interest from Newcastle United to sign the Switzerland breakout star.<br />
Freiburg midfielder Manzambi shone for Switzerland at the World Cup, scoring three goals and assisting two as they reached the quarter-finals, losing 3-1 to Argentina.<br />
Those five goal involvements are enough to rank the 20-year-old joint-eighth among all players at the 2026 tournament and the second-most by a Switzerland p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/villa-beat-newcastle-to-club-record-signing-of-595m-midfielder-manzambi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/villa-beat-newcastle-to-club-record-signing-of-595m-midfielder-manzambi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I will give everything for this club’ – Muharemovic excited to get started at Leeds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leeds United have announced the signing of Tarik Muharemovic on a five-year deal from Sassuolo.<br />
Muharemovic, who represented Bosnia-Herzegovina at this summer's World Cup, has reportedly joined in a deal worth &pound;34.1m.<br />
The 23-year-old has been brought in to bolster Leeds'&nbsp;defence following Pascal Struijk's move to Brighton, and he is their second signing of the transfer window following Harry Wilson&rsquo;s arrival on a free transfer.<br />
"I was born ready," Muharemovic told LUTV. "I will]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-will-give-everything-for-this-club-muharemovic-excited-to-get-started-at-leeds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-will-give-everything-for-this-club-muharemovic-excited-to-get-started-at-leeds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beginner Mistakes To Avoid While Using Cricbet99 Platform]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is easy to get excited when trying out any new platform; however, one needs to be aware of various things before signing up. Many individuals fail to read through the guidelines and end up making some basic mistakes that impact their overall experience. Here are some typical mistakes beginners should avoid when using the [...]<br />
The post Beginner Mistakes To Avoid While Using Cricbet99 Platform appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beginner-mistakes-to-avoid-while-using-cricbet99-platform/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beginner-mistakes-to-avoid-while-using-cricbet99-platform/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spalletti warns Juventus ‘quite distant from target’ of winning Serie A]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luciano Spalletti believes Juventus are a long way off from challenging for the Serie A title, insisting their aim is to qualify for the Champions League.<br />
Spalletti took over at Juventus in October 2025, replacing Igor Tudor, with the Bianconeri struggling for consistency in the last few seasons.<br />
Juventus finished the 2025-26 campaign down in sixth, missing out on the Champions League places by two points after winning just one of their last five matches (D3 L1).<br />
This will be the first season si]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spalletti-warns-juventus-quite-distant-from-target-of-winning-serie-a/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spalletti-warns-juventus-quite-distant-from-target-of-winning-serie-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappe motivated by Golden Boot chase ahead of third-place play-off, says Deschamps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbappe is available for France's meeting with England in the World Cup third-place play-off, with Didier Deschamps viewing the forward's chase for&nbsp;the Golden Boot as a "legitimate" motivation.&nbsp;<br />
France and England will face off for the bronze medal in Miami on Saturday, after Les Bleus were comfortably beaten by Spain and the Three Lions saw a 1-0 lead overturned late on by Argentina in their respective semi-finals.<br />
It will be the fourth time that France have competed in the Worl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbappe-motivated-by-golden-boot-chase-ahead-of-third-place-play-off-says-deschamps/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbappe-motivated-by-golden-boot-chase-ahead-of-third-place-play-off-says-deschamps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Qualify For 2026 Volleyball African Nations Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria have qualified for the 2026 African Nations Championship in Democratic Republic of Congo in September. On Friday, Nigeria defeated Benin Republic 3-1 to remain unbeaten at the qualifiers in Abidjan, C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire on Friday, July 17. After losing the first set 21-25, Nigeria bounced back in the second set with a 25-21 victory. The [...]<br />
The post Nigeria Qualify For 2026 Volleyball African Nations Championship appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-qualify-for-2026-volleyball-african-nations-championship/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-qualify-for-2026-volleyball-african-nations-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Flying Eagles Open Title Defence Against Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champions Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles will kick off their title defence at the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship with a blockbuster clash against perennial rivals Ghana&rsquo;s Black Satellites. The Group B opener is scheduled for Monday, 27 July, at the Lyc&eacute;e Scientifique de Yamoussoukro in C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire. The fixture is a repeat of the 2024 [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Tourney: Flying Eagles Open Title Defence Against Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-flying-eagles-open-title-defence-against-ghana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-tourney-flying-eagles-open-title-defence-against-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amusan Arrives Aberdeen Camp, Upbeat Team Nigeria Will Win Big At Commonwealth Games 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s sprint hurdling star and world 100m hurdles record holder, Tobi Amusan, brightened the atmosphere in Team Nigeria&rsquo;s camp ahead of the kickoff of the 2026 Commonwealth Games after arriving to a warm reception at the special training base in Aberdeen, Scotland, on Thursday, Completesports.com reports. Amusan Confident Team Nigeria Will Deliver Medal Success The [...]<br />
The post Amusan Arrives Aberdeen Camp, Upbeat Team Nigeria Will Win Big At Commonwealth Games 2026 appeared fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/amusan-arrives-aberdeen-camp-upbeat-team-nigeria-will-win-big-at-commonwealth-games-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/amusan-arrives-aberdeen-camp-upbeat-team-nigeria-will-win-big-at-commonwealth-games-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COLA Platform Apology And Service Restoration Announcement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dear COLA users: We sincerely apologize for the losses and troubles caused to all users by the long-term shutdown of the platform! On October 25, 2024, the platform was subjected to a malicious cyber attack, resulting in the suspension of operations. After 420 days of specialized technical breakthroughs, all user data has been fully restored [...]<br />
The post COLA Platform Apology And Service Restoration Announcement appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cola-platform-apology-and-service-restoration-announcement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cola-platform-apology-and-service-restoration-announcement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Man Utd defender Bailly heads to MLS with Columbus Crew]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United defender Eric Bailly has joined the Columbus Crew on a free transfer.<br />
Bailly has signed an initial one-year contract with the MLS outfit, though his deal contains options to extend his stay for a further two years.<br />
The MLS calendar will change to align with the top European leagues following a shortened 2027 spring campaign, meaning Bailly could stay in Ohio through the 2027-28 and 2028-29 seasons.&nbsp;<br />
Bailly spent six seasons with United after arriving from LaLiga sid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-man-utd-defender-bailly-heads-to-mls-with-columbus-crew/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-man-utd-defender-bailly-heads-to-mls-with-columbus-crew/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 116: 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Preview: Spain vs Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi and Argentina will look to defend their World Cup crown when they square up against Lamine Yamal and a talented Spain side on Sunday in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. It&rsquo;s a clash between the reigning 2022 FIFA World Cup champions and the UEFA Euro 2024 winners, with history on the line. [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 116: 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Preview: Spain vs Argentina appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-116-2026-fifa-world-cup-final-preview-spain-vs-argentina/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-116-2026-fifa-world-cup-final-preview-spain-vs-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Iheanacho Joins Turkish Club Bursaspor On Three-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish club Bursaspor have completed the signing of Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho on a three-year contract, reports Completesports.com. The Green Crocodiles confirmed the arrival of the experienced striker in a social media post on Friday, unveiling him with a short welcome video. &ldquo;Welcome to our family, Kelechi Iheanacho &#128154;&#129293;,&rdquo; the club wrote on X. Iheanacho [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Iheanacho Joins Turkish Club Bursaspor On Three-Year Deal appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-iheanacho-joins-turkish-club-bursaspor-on-three-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-iheanacho-joins-turkish-club-bursaspor-on-three-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Don’t Blame Tuchel’s Tactics For England’s Loss To Argentina  –Barnes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool legend John Barnes has defended Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s defensive tactics in England&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final loss against Argentina. After going 1-0 up, Tuchel shifted to a more conservative, defensive posture, citing that the team was becoming too passive before the substitutions. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I Am Disappointed In Myself &ndash;France Defender Tuchel [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Don&rsquo;t Blame Tuchel&rsquo;s Tactics For England&rsquo;s Loss To Argentina&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dont-blame-tuchels-tactics-for-englands-loss-to-argentina-barnes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dont-blame-tuchels-tactics-for-englands-loss-to-argentina-barnes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commonwealth Games 2026: Team Nigeria Medallists To Earn Up To $5,000 Instant Bonus, Other Incentives]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of the 23 July kick-off of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has unveiled a bumper athlete welfare and incentive package for Team Nigeria, in line with the Federal Government&rsquo;s commitment to rewarding sporting excellence,&nbsp; Completesports.com reports. Team Nigeria Set for Enhanced Welfare Package at Glasgow 2026 The package [...]<br />
The post Commonwealth Games 2026: Team Nigeria Medallists To Earn Up To $5,000 Instant Bonus, Other Incentive]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/commonwealth-games-2026-team-nigeria-medallists-to-earn-up-to-5000-instant-bonus-other-incentives/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/commonwealth-games-2026-team-nigeria-medallists-to-earn-up-to-5000-instant-bonus-other-incentives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Going Into Coaching Is Not My Dream  –Ex-Super Eagles Defender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has disclosed that he has no intention of going into coaching. The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Player of the Tournament stated that his long-term ambition is to transition into football governance and administration to help shape the future of Nigerian football. Read Also:WAFCON 2026: &lsquo;We Want To Repeat [...]<br />
The post Going Into Coaching Is Not My Dream&ndash;Ex-Super Eagles Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/going-into-coaching-is-not-my-dream-ex-super-eagles-defender/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/going-into-coaching-is-not-my-dream-ex-super-eagles-defender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkish Giants Make Opening Offer For Salah]]></title><description><![CDATA[Besiktas have reportedly made an offer to Mohamed Salah, as the Egyptian captain reduced his initial &euro;15 million annual salary demand. According to reports, Salah&rsquo;s representatives arrived in Istanbul to continue talks with the Super Lig club. Besiktas is said to have made its first formal approach to Salah&rsquo;s camp. According to Turkish journalist Efecan [...]<br />
The post Turkish Giants Make Opening Offer For Salah appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkish-giants-make-opening-offer-for-salah/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkish-giants-make-opening-offer-for-salah/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Szoboszlai signs new long-term Liverpool contract to end Madrid speculation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dominik Szoboszlai has signed a new long-term contract with Liverpool, ending speculation that he could be a transfer target for Real Madrid.<br />
Szoboszlai arrived at Anfield in 2023, having left RB Leipzig in a deal worth a reported &pound;60m (&euro;70.5m), and has since established himself as a key player for the Reds.<br />
He made 36 Premier League appearances under Arne Slot&nbsp;in 2024-25 as Liverpool became champions of England for the 20th time.<br />
And though the Reds' performances declined in 202]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/szoboszlai-signs-new-long-term-liverpool-contract-to-end-madrid-speculation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/szoboszlai-signs-new-long-term-liverpool-contract-to-end-madrid-speculation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: ‘We Want To Repeat History’ — Okoronkwo Reveals Super Falcons’ Mission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Esther Okoronkwo has declared that the Super Falcons are determined to make history by successfully defending their title at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. Justine Madugu&rsquo;s side will be aiming to secure a record-extending 11th continental crown in Morocco. Okoronkwo Rallies Teammates Okoronkwo insisted that the players are not feeling overwhelmed [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: &lsquo;We Want To Repeat History&rsquo; &mdash; Okoronkwo Reveals Super Fa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-we-want-to-repeat-history-okoronkwo-reveals-super-falcons-mission/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-we-want-to-repeat-history-okoronkwo-reveals-super-falcons-mission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bundesliga Club Table Bid For Onyedika]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bundesliga outfit Eintracht Frankfurt have submitted an official bid to Club Brugge for Nigerian midfielder Raphael Onyedika, Completesports.com reports. Onyedika has entered the final year of his contract with the Belgian Pro League champions, and is understood to have declined the club&rsquo;s offer of a contract extension, fuelling speculation over a summer departure. The Super [...]<br />
The post Bundesliga Club Table Bid For Onyedika appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bundesliga-club-table-bid-for-onyedika/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bundesliga-club-table-bid-for-onyedika/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAFCL: Awazie,  Obot Lead Enyimba, Abia Warriors Top Stars To Rivers United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers United have continued to bolster their squad with quality, and experienced players ahead the 2026/2027 CAF Champions League campaign. Former Enyimba Captain, Ekene Awazie, and ex- Abia Warriors and Super Eagles invitee, Imo Obot, are the latest top Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, players who have joined Finidi George&rsquo;s side. Awazie is a former [...]<br />
The post CAFCL: Awazie,Obot Lead Enyimba, Abia Warriors Top Stars To Rivers United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cafcl-awazie-obot-lead-enyimba-abia-warriors-top-stars-to-rivers-united/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cafcl-awazie-obot-lead-enyimba-abia-warriors-top-stars-to-rivers-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uzoenyi Backs Spain For 2026 World Cup Glory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria Super Eagles winger, Ejike Uzoenyi, has thrown his weight behind Spain to win the FIFA World Cup 2026 title, Completesports.com reports. Spain will face Argentina in Sunday&rsquo;s epic final, which the former Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa winger described as &lsquo;classic&rsquo; final. The European champions outclassed France 2-0 in the first semi final [...]<br />
The post Uzoenyi Backs Spain For 2026 World Cup Glory appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uzoenyi-backs-spain-for-2026-world-cup-glory/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uzoenyi-backs-spain-for-2026-world-cup-glory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Winners To Receive Commemorative Rings As Trump Set To Attend Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA has reportedly confirmed that it will present commemorative World Cup 2026 rings to the winners of Sunday&rsquo;s final between Argentina and Spain, which will be attended by US President Donald Trump. Winner&rsquo;s rings are a long-standing tradition in American sports, with NFL Super Bowl champions famously receiving them. According to the BBC, the world [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Winners To Receive Commemorative Rings As Trump Set To Attend Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-winners-to-receive-commemorative-rings-as-trump-set-to-attend-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-winners-to-receive-commemorative-rings-as-trump-set-to-attend-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: AIK sign Nigerian Youngster On Four-Year Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swedish Allsvenskan club AIK have completed the signing of highly-rated Nigerian midfielder Oreoluwa Agbenla from Beyond Limits FA. The 18-year-old has put pen to paper on a lcontract that will keep him at the Stockholm-based club until 31 December 2030. &ldquo;AIK Football agrees with 18-year-old midfielder Oreoluwa Agbenla and his Nigerian club Beyond Limits FA [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: AIK sign Nigerian Youngster On Four-Year Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-aik-sign-nigerian-youngster-on-four-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-aik-sign-nigerian-youngster-on-four-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Wikki Tourists Management Dissolved By Bauchi Govt, Sole Administrator Appointed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wikki Tourists Football Club&rsquo;s management board has been dissolved by the Bauchi State Government with immediate effect, Completesports.com reports. This follows the club&rsquo;s dismal performance in the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, which culminated in its relegation to the Nigeria National League (NNL). Wikki Tourists Shake-Up Follows NPFL Relegation A statement signed by [...]<br />
The post NNL: Wikki Tourists Management Dissolved By Bauchi Govt, Sole Administrato]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-wikki-tourists-management-dissolved-by-bauchi-govt-sole-administrator-appointed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-wikki-tourists-management-dissolved-by-bauchi-govt-sole-administrator-appointed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexander-Arnold: Mourinho Can Help Real Madrid Win Trophies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold has expressed his excitement to work under reappointed Real Madrid manager Jos&eacute; Mourinho, praising the coach&rsquo;s intense demands and high expectations during pre-season training. The right-back noted that the squad is eager to learn and believes Mourinho&rsquo;s leadership will help the club win trophies. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Owen Slams [...]<br />
The post Alexander-Arnold: Mourinho Can Help Real Madrid Win Trophies appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alexander-arnold-mourinho-can-help-real-madrid-win-trophies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alexander-arnold-mourinho-can-help-real-madrid-win-trophies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons Forward Set To Join Swedish Club BK Häcken]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons forward Joy Omewa is on the brink of completing a move to Swedish champions BK H&auml;cken, reports Completesports.com. According to Swedish media outlet SVT, H&auml;cken have finalised an agreement to sign the Nigerian striker ahead of the new season. Omewa became a free agent after leaving English Women&rsquo;s Super League 2 side Nottingham [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons Forward Set To Join Swedish Club BK H&auml;cken appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-forward-set-to-join-swedish-club-bk-hcken/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-forward-set-to-join-swedish-club-bk-hcken/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Choosing The Right Entry Door Replacement For Better Security, Comfort, And Lasting Home Value]]></title><description><![CDATA[The front door does much more than provide a way into your home. It serves as the first impression visitors receive while also playing an important role in protecting your family and maintaining indoor comfort. A well-designed entrance can improve daily convenience and contribute to the overall appearance of the property. Many homeowners delay replacing [...]<br />
The post Choosing The Right Entry Door Replacement For Better Security, Comfort, And Lasting Home Value appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/choosing-the-right-entry-door-replacement-for-better-security-comfort-and-lasting-home-value/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/choosing-the-right-entry-door-replacement-for-better-security-comfort-and-lasting-home-value/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Planning A Pet-Friendly Escape With Vacation Rentals For A More Enjoyable Travel Experience]]></title><description><![CDATA[Traveling with pets has become increasingly popular as more people choose to include their furry companions in family vacations. Rather than arranging pet sitters or boarding services, many travelers enjoy sharing new experiences with their dogs or cats while exploring exciting destinations together. A successful pet-friendly trip, however, requires careful planning before departure. Pets have [...]<br />
The post Planning A Pet-Friendly Escape With Vacation Rentals For A More Enjoyable Travel Experie]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/planning-a-pet-friendly-escape-with-vacation-rentals-for-a-more-enjoyable-travel-experience/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/planning-a-pet-friendly-escape-with-vacation-rentals-for-a-more-enjoyable-travel-experience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The World Cup Golden Boot May Be Decided By More Than A Goal In The Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Golden Boot is usually treated as the simplest World Cup award. Score more goals than anyone else and the prize is yours. This year, the final days of the tournament have made it more complicated than that. Lionel Messi goes into Argentina&rsquo;s final against Spain with eight goals and four assists. Kylian Mbapp&eacute; also [...]<br />
The post The World Cup Golden Boot May Be Decided By More Than A Goal In The Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-world-cup-golden-boot-may-be-decided-by-more-than-a-goal-in-the-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-world-cup-golden-boot-may-be-decided-by-more-than-a-goal-in-the-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Dry Cleaning Helps Protect Delicate Fabrics And Extend The Life Of Your Wardrobe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Clothing is an investment that reflects personal style, professionalism, and confidence. From business attire to formal wear, many garments are designed with fabrics that require more attention than standard home laundering can provide. Proper care helps these items maintain their appearance while preserving their quality for years to come. Many people assume that every garment [...]<br />
The post How Dry Cleaning Helps Protect Delicate Fabrics And Extend The Life Of Your Wardrobe appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-dry-cleaning-helps-protect-delicate-fabrics-and-extend-the-life-of-your-wardrobe/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-dry-cleaning-helps-protect-delicate-fabrics-and-extend-the-life-of-your-wardrobe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can The Super Falcons Reclaim The WAFCON Crown?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The countdown to the 2025 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) is on, and Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons have unveiled their 25-player squad for the tournament! Has the coaching staff picked the right players? Are there any surprise inclusions or notable omissions? And does this squad have what it takes to reclaim the WAFCON title? Related: [...]<br />
The post Can The Super Falcons Reclaim The WAFCON Crown? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/can-the-super-falcons-reclaim-the-wafcon-crown/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/can-the-super-falcons-reclaim-the-wafcon-crown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ndidi Reacts To Vardy’s ‘Juju Cream’ Claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wilfred Ndidi has clarified claims by former Leicester City teammate that he and Kelechi Iheanacho used &ldquo;juju cream&rdquo; to heal from their injuries during their time at the Foxes. Vardy made the claim in the latest episode of &lsquo;Jamie Vardy&rsquo;s Having a Party&rsquo; podcast. The 39-year-old narrated how Ndidi and Iheanacho used to go back [...]<br />
The post Ndidi Reacts To Vardy&rsquo;s &lsquo;Juju Cream&rsquo; Claims appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ndidi-reacts-to-vardys-juju-cream-claims/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ndidi-reacts-to-vardys-juju-cream-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trabzonspor Ready To Sell Onuachu If Price Is Right — Kafkas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trabzonspor vice-president Zeyyat Kafkas has revealed that the club is prepared to part ways with Paul Onuachu if a suitable offer is received for the Nigerian striker. Onuachu has been heavily linked with a summer departure from Trabzonspor after an outstanding campaign in the Turkish Super Lig last season. The Nigeria international finished as the [...]<br />
The post Trabzonspor Ready To Sell Onuachu If Price Is Right &mdash; Kafkas appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-ready-to-sell-onuachu-if-price-is-right-kafkas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-ready-to-sell-onuachu-if-price-is-right-kafkas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Fernandez Mocks England with Social Media Post After Semifinal Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Fernandez has risked further upsetting England fans after appearing to troll the Three Lions following Argentina&rsquo;s victory in the semi-finals of the World Cup, Daily Mail reports. The Chelsea midfielder could be in for a hostile reception from opposition supporters next season &ndash; should he remain at Stamford Bridge &ndash; for his antics after [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Fernandez Mocks England with Social Media Post After Semifinal Win appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fernandez-mocks-england-with-social-media-post-after-semifinal-win/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fernandez-mocks-england-with-social-media-post-after-semifinal-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okoye Shuts Down Speculation Over Udinese Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has ruled out leaving Serie A club Udinese this summer, Completesports.com reports. Okoye has been linked with a move to Serie A giants Juventus following another impressive campaign for Udinese. The 26-year-old kept 10 clean sheets in 30 league appearances for the Zebras last season. Okoye Hints On Udinese Stay [...]<br />
The post Okoye Shuts Down Speculation Over Udinese Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-shuts-down-speculation-over-udinese-exit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-shuts-down-speculation-over-udinese-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pele’s 1958 World Cup Final Shirt Sells For $4.9m]]></title><description><![CDATA[A shirt worn by Pele during the 1958 World Cup final has sold for $4.9m at a Sotheby&rsquo;s auction in New York, BBC Sport reports. It is the second most valuable football jersey sold behind the Argentina shirt Diego Maradona wore when he scored the &lsquo;Hand of God&rsquo; goal against England at the 1986 World [...]<br />
The post Pele&rsquo;s 1958 World Cup Final Shirt Sells For $4.9m appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/peles-1958-world-cup-final-shirt-sells-for-49m/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/peles-1958-world-cup-final-shirt-sells-for-49m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cincinnati Open: Alcaraz Set To Return To ATP Tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz is targeting a competitive return at the Cincinnati Open as he prepares to defend his US Open title. Sidelined since April by a right wrist injury that forced him to miss the French Open and Wimbledon, the Spaniard is now cleared and ramping up his training intensity. Read Also:Sinner Beats [...]<br />
The post Cincinnati Open: Alcaraz Set To Return To ATP Tour appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cincinnati-open-alcaraz-set-to-return-to-atp-tour/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cincinnati-open-alcaraz-set-to-return-to-atp-tour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alvarez Won’t Join Barcelona  –Atletico Madrid President]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atl&eacute;tico Madrid President Enrique Cerezo has firmly dismissed Barcelona&rsquo;s interest in Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez, stating that the Argentine forward is not for sale. Recall that Barcelona see &Aacute;lvarez as a primary target to eventually succeed Robert Lewandowski. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I Am Disappointed In Myself &ndash;France Defender Massive valuations have complicated transfer talks, with Atl&eacute;tico [...]<br />
The post Alvarez Won&rsquo;t Join Barcelona&ndash;Atletico M]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alvarez-wont-join-barcelona-atletico-madrid-president/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alvarez-wont-join-barcelona-atletico-madrid-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: UK Government Urges FIFA Probe Of Argentina Over Falklands Banner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The British government on Thursday urged FIFA to investigate Argentina&rsquo;s team after players celebrating their 2-1 win over England in the World Cup semifinals posed with a banner that claimed sovereignty over the contested Falkland Islands, ESPN reports. During post-match celebrations Wednesday in Atlanta, Argentine players held a banner handed over by fans, reading &ldquo;Las [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: UK Government Urges FIFA Probe Of Argentina Over Falklands Banner appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-uk-government-urges-fifa-probe-of-argentina-over-falklands-banner/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-uk-government-urges-fifa-probe-of-argentina-over-falklands-banner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Falconets Midfielder Joins Portuguese Club SCU Torreense]]></title><description><![CDATA[Falconets midfielder Shakirat Moshood has completed a move to Portuguese side SCU Torreense, signing a two-year contract, Completesports.com reports. The 18-year-old joins the Liga BPI outfit from former Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) champions Bayelsa Queens, where she established herself as one of the country&rsquo;s brightest young talents. The transfer marks the start of Moshood&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Falconets Midfielder Joins Portuguese Club SCU Torreense appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-falconets-midfielder-joins-portuguese-club-scu-torreense/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-falconets-midfielder-joins-portuguese-club-scu-torreense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I Am Disappointed In Myself  –France Defender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa defender Lucas Digne has disclosed that he was disappointed in himself following France&rsquo;s 2-0 loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. He was subbed off in the 72nd minute after a challenging match where he conceded a penalty and struggled defensively. Read Also:World Cup 2026: England&rsquo;s Time Will Come &ndash;Sturridge [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I Am Disappointed In Myself&ndash;France Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-am-disappointed-in-myself-france-defender/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-am-disappointed-in-myself-france-defender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delap Won’t Be A Bad Striker For Everton  –Aiyegbeni]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has expressed mixed feelings, stating Liam Delap is not a bad player to bring in to Everton. In an interview with ToffeeWeb, the former Everton striker acknowledged the massive leap Delap took moving from Ipswich to Chelsea and noted his subsequent struggles. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: Is Akor Adams Walking Into [...]<br />
The post Delap Won&rsquo;t Be A Bad Striker For Everton&ndash;Aiyegbeni appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/delap-wont-be-a-bad-striker-for-everton-aiyegbeni/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/delap-wont-be-a-bad-striker-for-everton-aiyegbeni/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okoronkwo Prioritises WAFCON Success Over Individual Honours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Esther Okoronkwo is focused on helping Nigeria succeed at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations rather than chasing individual accolades, Completesports.com reports. Okoronkwo starred for the Super Falcons at the last edition of the WAFCON, scoring three goals, and providing six assists in six appearances. Despite her impressive performances, the 29-year-old did not receive [...]<br />
The post Okoronkwo Prioritises WAFCON Success Over Individual Honours appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoronkwo-prioritises-wafcon-success-over-individual-honours/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoronkwo-prioritises-wafcon-success-over-individual-honours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Owen Slams Tuchel’s Defensive Approach Against Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen has slammed Thomas Tuchel for deploying ultra-defensive tactics in England&rsquo;s 2-1 loss to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. Owen stated that after Anthony Gordon&rsquo;s 55th-minute goal, Tuchel&rsquo;s substitutions were too passive and unnecessarily invited immense pressure. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Don&rsquo;t Sack Tuchel Yet &ndash;Ex-England Star Warns [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Owen Slams Tuchel&rsquo;s Defensive Approach Again]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-owen-slams-tuchels-defensive-approach-against-argentina/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-owen-slams-tuchels-defensive-approach-against-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Agree Fee With Club Brugge To Sign Greek Winger Tzolis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have agreed a deal with Club Brugge for winger Christos Tzolis, Sky Sports News reports. The fee is understood to be &pound;34m, which is a record for the Belgian Pro League. Once Tzolis heard that the Premier League champions were interested, he only wanted Arsenal. Sky Sports News understands Arsenal&rsquo;s move for Tzolis is [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Agree Fee With Club Brugge To Sign Greek Winger Tzolis appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-agree-fee-with-club-brugge-to-sign-greek-winger-tzolis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-agree-fee-with-club-brugge-to-sign-greek-winger-tzolis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iheanacho, Ndidi Used ‘Juju Cream’ To Overcome Injuries   —EPL Title Winner Claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Leicester City and England striker Jamie Vardy has claimed that Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi made use of &ldquo;juju cream&rdquo; to overcome their injuries during their time at the Foxes. Vardy made the claim in the latest episode of &lsquo;Jamie Vardy&rsquo;s Having a Party&rsquo; podcast. The 39-year-old was a teammate of both Iheanacho and [...]<br />
The post Iheanacho, Ndidi Used &lsquo;Juju Cream&rsquo; To Overcome Injuries &mdash;EPL Title Winner Claims appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iheanacho-ndidi-used-juju-cream-to-overcome-injuries-epl-title-winner-claims/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iheanacho-ndidi-used-juju-cream-to-overcome-injuries-epl-title-winner-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-20 WWC: Falconets Open Abuja Training Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Falconets, have commenced camping in Abuja ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women&rsquo;s World Cup. A total of 28 players have been invited, with 16 of them already in camp as preparations gather momentum for the global showpiece. The technical crew, headed by coach Moses Aduku, has immediately swung into action with intensive training [...]<br />
The post U-20 WWC: Falconets Open Abuja Training Camp appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-open-abuja-training-camp/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-20-wwc-falconets-open-abuja-training-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Fired Up To Retain Title — Demehin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oluwatosin Demehin has declared that the Super Falcons are fully motivated to defend their crown at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. Nigeria will be aiming to secure a record-extending 11th continental title when the tournament gets underway in Morocco next weekend. The competition is expected to be more competitive than ever, [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Fired Up To Retain Title &mdash; Demehin appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-fired-up-to-retain-title-demehin/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-fired-up-to-retain-title-demehin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Joins French Club Stade Reims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ligue 2 club Stade de Reims have announced the signing of Nigerian youngster John Otomewo, Completesports.com reports. Otomewo, who linked up with Reims from Israeli outfit Hapoel Jerusalem penned a contract until 2031. The defensive midfielder will be able to rely on the presence of fellow Nigerian Hafiz Ibrahim, whose support is expected to ease [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Joins French Club Stade Reims appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-joins-french-club-stade-reims/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-joins-french-club-stade-reims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Don’t Sack Tuchel Yet  –Ex-England Star Warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England international Peter Reid has strongly advocated that the Football Association (FA) must keep Thomas Tuchel as manager. Speaking after England&rsquo;s semi-final exit in the World Cup, Reid emphasized that the team reached the final four and that the FA cannot keep continually changing managers. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Better Team Won &ndash;Shearer Hails [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Don&rsquo;t Sack Tuchel Yet&ndash;Ex-England Star Warns appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dont-sack-tuchel-yet-ex-england-star-warns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dont-sack-tuchel-yet-ex-england-star-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England’s Time Will Come  –Sturridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge has expressed unwavering belief in the England national team&rsquo;s potential, stating that their time will come to win a major international trophy following their heartbreaking elimination. Recall that the Three Lions lost 2-1 to Argentina in Wednesday&rsquo;s semi-final game of the FIFA World Cup 2026, thanks to a late minutes [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England&rsquo;s Time Will Come&ndash;Sturridge appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-englands-time-will-come-sturridge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-englands-time-will-come-sturridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Oliseh Faults Tuchel’s Tactics In England’s Defeat To Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles head coach Sunday Oliseh has criticised Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s tactical decisions following England&rsquo;s dramatic 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. England&rsquo;s hopes of reaching a first World Cup final since lifting the trophy in 1966 were shattered after Lionel Scaloni&rsquo;s side produced a late comeback on [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Oliseh Faults Tuchel&rsquo;s Tactics In England&rsquo;s Defeat To Argentina appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-oliseh-faults-tuchels-tactics-in-englands-defeat-to-argentina/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-oliseh-faults-tuchels-tactics-in-englands-defeat-to-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Maikaba Named New Bayelsa United Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abdu Maikaba has been appointed new head coach of Nigeria National League, NNL, club Bayelsa United, reports Completesports.com. The move signals Bayelsa United&rsquo;s determination to return to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, at the first attempt after an underwhelming campaign culminated in relegation last season. Maikaba will combine the role with his duties as [...]<br />
The post NNL: Maikaba Named New Bayelsa United Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-maikaba-named-new-bayelsa-united-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-maikaba-named-new-bayelsa-united-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 World Cup Final Preview: Spain vs Argentina And What World Cup Gambling Odds Reveal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Cup always has a way of making everything else fade into the background. Months of anticipation eventually narrow to one match. It&rsquo;s ninety minutes, or perhaps a little longer, that decide how the tournament will be remembered. Spain and Argentina have earned their place the hard way, navigating a bracket filled with quality [...]<br />
The post 2026 World Cup Final Preview: Spain vs Argentina And What World Cup Gambling Odds Reveal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-world-cup-final-preview-spain-vs-argentina-and-what-world-cup-gambling-odds-reveal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/2026-world-cup-final-preview-spain-vs-argentina-and-what-world-cup-gambling-odds-reveal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons Defender Signs New Three-Year Contract With AS Roma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons defender Shukurat Oladipo has signed a new three-year contract with Italian champions AS Roma. The Giallorossi confirmed Oladipo&rsquo;s contract extension in a statement published on the club&rsquo;s official website. Oladipo Committed Future To AS Roma &ldquo;AS Roma are delighted to announce that Shukurat Oladipo has extended her contract with the club until 30 [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons Defender Signs New Three-Year Contract With AS Roma appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-defender-signs-new-three-year-contract-with-as-roma/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-defender-signs-new-three-year-contract-with-as-roma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘I Told Mac Allister I Was Going To Score’  –Martinez Reacts To Goal Vs England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inter Milan star Lautaro Mart&iacute;nez has confirmed that he told his teammate Alexis Mac Allister he was going to score before netting the stoppage-time winner in Argentina&rsquo;s 2-1 FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final victory over England. Coming off the bench in the 81st minute, Mart&iacute;nez headed in a cross from Lionel Messi to seal his [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;I Told Mac Allister I Was Going To Score&rsquo;&ndash;Martinez Reacts To Goal Vs England appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-told-mac-allister-i-was-going-to-score-martinez-reacts-to-goal-vs-england/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-told-mac-allister-i-was-going-to-score-martinez-reacts-to-goal-vs-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saliba Faces Five Months Out With Back Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Saliba reportedly faces five months on the sidelines after limping out of France&rsquo;s World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain, talkSPORT reports. The Arsenal defender had been following a modified training programme throughout the World Cup so far, in an attempt to manage his back pain. However, the 25-year-old could manage just 30 minutes of [...]<br />
The post Saliba Faces Five Months Out With Back Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saliba-faces-five-months-out-with-back-injury/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saliba-faces-five-months-out-with-back-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Argentina Risk FIFA Punishment After Dramatic Win Against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina risk FIFA punishment after players celebrated their World Cup win over England as they displayed a sign reading: &ldquo;The Falkland Islands are Argentinian&rdquo;, talkSPORT reports. Lionel Messi and co snatched victory from the jaws of defeat as two late goals saw them edge past their adversaries in Atlanta. After Anthony Gordon put Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Argentina Risk FIFA Punishment After Dramatic Win Against England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-risk-fifa-punishment-after-dramatic-win-against-england/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-risk-fifa-punishment-after-dramatic-win-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Ugochukwu Joins Galatasaray On Loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray have announced the signing of Lesley Ugochukwu, Completesports.com reports. Galatasaray announced Ugochukwu&rsquo;s arrival on their official website. The Nigerian-born midfielder arrived the RAMS Park on loan from Sky Bet Championship club Burnley with an option to make it permanent. The 22-year-old only joined Burnley from Premier League giants Chelsea last [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Ugochukwu Joins Galatasaray On Loan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-ugochukwu-joins-galatasaray-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-ugochukwu-joins-galatasaray-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Kane Laments England Loss To Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has expressed deep devastation after England&rsquo;s 2-1 loss to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s side looked on course to reach England&rsquo;s first men&rsquo;s World Cup final since their win in 1966 when Anthony Gordon gave them the lead in a feisty encounter after 55 minutes. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Kane Laments England Loss To Argentina appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-kane-laments-england-loss-to-argentina/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-kane-laments-england-loss-to-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We Didn’t Know What To Do After Taking Lead  —Rooney On England’s Semifinal Loss To Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Rooney said England did not know what to do after taking the lead against Argentina, in Wednesday&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal. England had taken the lead in the 55th minute through Anthony Gordon, who slotted home a cross from Morgan Rodgers. But Thomas Tuchel side struggled to regain control as Argentina, led by [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We Didn&rsquo;t Know What To Do After Taking Lead&mdash;Rooney On England&rsquo;s Semifinal Loss To Argentina appeared first on Complete S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-didnt-know-what-to-do-after-taking-lead-rooney-on-englands-semifinal-loss-to-argentina/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-didnt-know-what-to-do-after-taking-lead-rooney-on-englands-semifinal-loss-to-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Better Team Won  –Shearer Hails Argentina’s Win Against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle legend Alan Shearer has praised Argentina&rsquo;s comeback victory over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. Recall that Argentina produced another stunning comeback as the defending champions broke English hearts to reach a second successive World Cup final after a 2-1 victory. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Messi Inspires Argentina To Dramatic 2-1 Comeback [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Better Team Won&ndash;Shearer Hails Argentina&rsquo;s Win Against England appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-better-team-won-shearer-hails-argentinas-win-against-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-better-team-won-shearer-hails-argentinas-win-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026:   Messi Inspires Argentina To Dramatic 2-1 Comeback Win Against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and set up a final with European champions Spain, France 24 reports. England had been on course to reach their first World Cup final since 1966 after Anthony Gordon fired them into the lead 10 minutes after half-time [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Inspires Argentina To Dramatic 2-1 Comeback Win Against England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-inspires-argentina-to-dramatic-2-1-comeback-win-against-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-inspires-argentina-to-dramatic-2-1-comeback-win-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yamal’s Home Targeted By Masked Burglars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Burglars attempted to break into the Barcelona residence of Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal in the early hours of July 15, 2026. The attempt was thwarted by his private security team, who spotted the masked intruders on perimeter walls via surveillance cameras and forced them to flee. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Argentina, Not England Is Under [...]<br />
The post Yamal&rsquo;s Home Targeted By Masked Burglars appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yamals-home-targeted-by-masked-burglars/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yamals-home-targeted-by-masked-burglars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Swedish Club IFK Göteborg Sign Nigerian Youngster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swedish club IFK G&ouml;teborg have completed the signing of Nigerian youngster Ifeoluwa Olowoporoku from Tripple 44 Football Academy, Completesports.com reports. Olowoporoku penned a three-year contract with the 18-time Allsvenskan champions. IFK G&ouml;teborg football director Jesper Jansson expressed delight with the midfielder&rsquo;s arrival at the club. &ldquo;A young and developable player who we see being able [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Swedish Club IFK G&ouml;teborg Sign Nigerian Youngst]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-swedish-club-ifk-gteborg-sign-nigerian-youngster/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-swedish-club-ifk-gteborg-sign-nigerian-youngster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kun Khalifat Strengthen Squad With Enyimba, Niger Tornadoes Midfielders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kun Khalifat of Owerri have confirmed the arrival of Enyimba of Aba midfielder, Hogan Umoh as well as Chima Deruo, also a midfielder from Niger Tornadoes of Minna, Completesports.com reports. The Pride of Imolites also confirmed they have signed Bendel Insurance of Benin centre-back, Preye Seikrowei from as the club regroup for preparations ahead the [...]<br />
The post Kun Khalifat Strengthen Squad With Enyimba, Niger Tornadoes Midfielders appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kun-khalifat-strengthen-squad-with-enyimba-niger-tornadoes-midfielders/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kun-khalifat-strengthen-squad-with-enyimba-niger-tornadoes-midfielders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Ihezuo Outlines Super Falcons’ Morocco Mission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons forward Chiwendu Ihezuo has reaffirmed the team&rsquo;s determination to successfully defend their title at the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations ( in Morocco. Justine Madugu&rsquo;s side will be chasing a record-extending 11th continental crown when the tournament gets underway later this month, with Morocco hosting the competition for the third successive edition. [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Ihezuo Outlines Super Falcons&rsquo; Morocco Mission appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ihezuo-outlines-super-falcons-morocco-mission/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ihezuo-outlines-super-falcons-morocco-mission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘I’m A Messi Fan, I Want Argentina To Win’  –Mikel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi says he is backing Lionel Messi&rsquo;s Argentina to defeat England in tonight&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash. Mikel noted that England&rsquo;s midfield has struggled to control spaces in the tournament and warned that Messi and Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez will expose these gaps. Messi, Alvarez Will Expose England He made [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;I&rsquo;m A Messi Fan, I Want Argentina To Win&rsquo;&ndash;Mikel appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-a-messi-fan-i-want-argentina-to-win-mikel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-a-messi-fan-i-want-argentina-to-win-mikel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joshua: I Will Beat Prenga In Style]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has disclosed that his July 25, 2026, heavyweight clash against Kristian Prenga is not a simple tune-up or warm-up fight. Despite being heavily favoured against the hard-hitting Albanian, Joshua has stressed that he is preparing to punch with malicious intentions to prove he remains a dangerous wrecking machine. Read Also:Alalshikh: [...]<br />
The post Joshua: I Will Beat Prenga In Style appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joshua-i-will-beat-prenga-in-style/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/joshua-i-will-beat-prenga-in-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Argentina, Not England Is Under Pressure To Win  –Guehi]]></title><description><![CDATA[England defender Marc Gu&eacute;hi has disclosed that there is no pressure at all on the Three Lions ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash against Argentina. England face Argentina at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta for a place in the World Cup final, where Spain awaits after defeating France 2-0 in the first [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Argentina, Not England Is Under Pressure To Win&ndash;Guehi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-not-england-is-under-pressure-to-win-guehi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-not-england-is-under-pressure-to-win-guehi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Draw Ghana, Burkina Faso, Togo In Group B]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flying Eagles have been drawn with Ghana, Togo, and Burkina Faso in Group B of the WAFU B U-20 Championship, Completesports.com reports. The draw for the regional tournament, which serves as the qualifying competition for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations was held on Wednesday at the headquarters of the West African Football Union [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Draw Ghana, Burkina Faso, Togo In Group B appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-draw-ghana-burkina-faso-togo-in-group-b/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-draw-ghana-burkina-faso-togo-in-group-b/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England Look To End Argentina’s Perfect Semi-Final Record At FIFA World Cups]]></title><description><![CDATA[It doesn&rsquo;t get much bigger than this, as Three Lions of England and World Cup champions Albiceleste of Argentina renew hostilities for the first time in more than 20 years. England defeated Norway in the quarter-finals with Bellingham completing a match-winning brace in extra time, putting England through to just a third semi-final since the [...]<br />
The post England Look To End Argentina&rsquo;s Perfect Semi-Final Record At FIFA World Cups appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-look-to-end-argentinas-perfect-semi-final-record-at-fifa-world-cups/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-look-to-end-argentinas-perfect-semi-final-record-at-fifa-world-cups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 115: Spain vs France Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain have booked their place in Sunday&rsquo;s World Cup final after dismantling France 2-0. Spain dominated for the majority of the game and more than deserved their victory. Forward Mikel Oyarzabal put Spain ahead in the 20th minute from the penalty spot after France left back Lucas Digne was penalized for inadvertently kicking Lamine Yamal [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 115: Spain vs France Review appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-115-spain-vs-france-review/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-115-spain-vs-france-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zidane Set To Replace Deschamps As France Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[The French Football Federation (FFF)plans to finalise all official documents with legend Zinedine Zidane after the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup. This is according to transfer expert and Italian journalist, Fabrizio Romano (via YS Scores). Romano reported that Zidane has not studied any other offers over the past eight months, as his focus has [...]<br />
The post Zidane Set To Replace Deschamps As France Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/zidane-set-to-replace-deschamps-as-france-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/zidane-set-to-replace-deschamps-as-france-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It Was Difficult’ — Nwabali’s Agent Explains Goalkeeper’s Break From Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stanley Nwabali&rsquo;s agent, Mohammed Lawal, has revealed the reason behind the goalkeeper&rsquo;s decision to step away from football, Completesports.com reports. Nwabali requested a release from his contract with South African club Chippa United to pursue new opportunities in February. The Nigeria international attracted interest from African heavyweights Kaizer Chiefs and Simba SC, as well as [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;It Was Difficult&rsquo; &mdash; Nwabali&rsquo;s Agent Explains Goalkeeper&rsq]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-was-difficult-nwabalis-agent-explains-goalkeepers-break-from-football/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-was-difficult-nwabalis-agent-explains-goalkeepers-break-from-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Homeowners Should Know When Glass Damage Requires Immediate Attention]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why Fast Glass Repairs Matter Broken glass can quickly change a safe and comfortable home into one that requires immediate attention. Whether the damage results from severe weather, an accident, attempted forced entry, or an unexpected impact, compromised glass should be addressed as soon as possible. Prompt action helps reduce safety risks while protecting the [...]<br />
The post What Homeowners Should Know When Glass Damage Requires Immediate Attention appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-homeowners-should-know-when-glass-damage-requires-immediate-attention/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/what-homeowners-should-know-when-glass-damage-requires-immediate-attention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How House Cleaning Creates A Healthier And More Organized Home Environment]]></title><description><![CDATA[A clean home contributes to more than just an attractive appearance. It creates a comfortable environment where families can relax, stay organized, and enjoy everyday activities with greater peace of mind. While basic tidying helps maintain order, regular cleaning plays an important role in preserving the overall condition of every living space. Busy schedules often [...]<br />
The post How House Cleaning Creates A Healthier And More Organized Home Environment appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-house-cleaning-creates-a-healthier-and-more-organized-home-environment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-house-cleaning-creates-a-healthier-and-more-organized-home-environment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stoke City Plot Move For Josh Maja]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stoke City are interested in signing Nigerian striker Josh Maja following his departure from West Bromwich Albion, Completesports.com reports. The 27-year-old became a free agent after failing to agree terms on a new contract with the Baggies, bringing an end to his stay at The Hawthorns. According to Transferfeed, Stoke City manager Mark Robins is [...]<br />
The post Stoke City Plot Move For Josh Maja appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/stoke-city-plot-move-for-josh-maja/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/stoke-city-plot-move-for-josh-maja/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Is Akor Adams Walking Into Firestorm With Venezia?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Venezia secured promotion for only the third time in their history by winning the Serie B title in 2025/26, sealing an immediate return to Italy&rsquo;s top division. The Winged Lions are expected to strengthen their squad with more quality additions as they aim to preserve their Serie A status next season and Sporting director Filippo [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: Is Akor Adams Walking Into Firestorm With Venezia? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-is-akor-adams-walking-into-firestorm-with-venezia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-is-akor-adams-walking-into-firestorm-with-venezia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Explore Gyokeres Swap In Talks Over Possible Alvarez Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are alert to the possibility of signing Julian Alvarez this summer, talkSPORT reports. The Argentina star has publicly informed Atletico Madrid that he wants to be sold. Barcelona are his preferred destination, but Atletico are reluctant to do business with their LaLiga rivals having already rejected an &pound;86million bid and pointed towards his &pound;432m [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Explore Gyokeres Swap In Talks Over Possible Alvarez Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-explore-gyokeres-swap-in-talks-over-possible-alvarez-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-explore-gyokeres-swap-in-talks-over-possible-alvarez-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why The Half-Time Shirt Change Isn’t Something Every Footballer Gets]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fresh shirt at halftime can look like one of football&rsquo;s smallest details. But the practice is not required by the Laws of the Game, and there is no public league-wide record showing how often NPFL or lower-division clubs make a second match shirt available. What can be explained is the machinery behind the choice: [...]<br />
The post Why The Half-Time Shirt Change Isn&rsquo;t Something Every Footballer Gets appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-the-half-time-shirt-change-isnt-something-every-footballer-gets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-the-half-time-shirt-change-isnt-something-every-footballer-gets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fiorentina Submit New Bid For Arokodare]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serie A club Fiorentina have submitted an improved offer to Wolverhampton Wanderers for Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare. The Viola saw their opening bid for the 25-year-old rejected by Wolves last week but have now returned with a fresh proposal in a bid to convince the Premier League club to sanction the transfer. Romano Provides [...]<br />
The post Fiorentina Submit New Bid For Arokodare appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fiorentina-submit-new-bid-for-arokodare/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fiorentina-submit-new-bid-for-arokodare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Only Messi Can Replicate Maradona’s Magic  –Mac Allister]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina star Alexis Mac Allister has disclosed that trying to replicate Diego Maradona&rsquo;s magic is nearly an impossible feat, except for Lionel Messi. The Liverpool midfielder made the remarks ahead of the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash between Argentina and England. Read Also:World Cup 2026: England Must Not Focus Only On Messi [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Only Messi Can Replicate Maradona&rsquo;s Magic&ndash;Mac Allister appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-only-messi-can-replicate-maradonas-magic-mac-allister/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-only-messi-can-replicate-maradonas-magic-mac-allister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Spain Coach Makes History After Semifinal Win Against France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente made history after guiding his team to beat France in the semifinal of the World Cup 2026 on Tuesday. Goals in each half from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro secured a 2-0 win against France and qualification for a first World Cup final since 2010. According to Stat [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Spain Coach Makes History After Semifinal Win Against France appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-coach-makes-history-after-semifinal-win-against-france/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-coach-makes-history-after-semifinal-win-against-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Midfielder Set For Middlesbrough Switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ikorodu City midfielder Aderemi Adeoye is set to join Sky Bet Championship club Middlesbrough, Completesports.com reports. According to reports, Adeoye is currently undergoing a trial with Middlesbrough as he looks to secure a summer move to England. The 19-year-old is currently valued at &euro;50,000 by Transfermarkt, but Ikorodu City are expected to demand a considerably [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Midfielder Set For Middlesbrough Switch appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-midfielder-set-for-middlesbrough-switch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-midfielder-set-for-middlesbrough-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Bellingham Will Inherit Kane’s Armband  –Agbonlahor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor has backed Jude Bellingham to replace Harry Kane as the next England captain, dismissing Declan Rice as the natural successor. Speaking on talkSPORT, Agbonlahor described Bellingham&rsquo;s leadership as a &ldquo;no-brainer&rdquo; and compared his influence on the pitch to Zinedine Zidane. Read Also:World Cup 2026: England Must Not Focus Only [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Bellingham Will Inherit Kane&rsquo;s Armband&ndash;Agbonlahor appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-bellingham-will-inherit-kanes-armband-agbonlahor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-bellingham-will-inherit-kanes-armband-agbonlahor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Deschamps Laments ‘Poor Officiating’ In France Defeat To Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[France coach Didier Deschamps questioned the officiating following France&rsquo;s 2-0 World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain on Tuesday. While he admitted that his team was technically inferior and outplayed, Deschamps berated referee Iv&aacute;n Barton, asking reporters, &ldquo;Is the referee at the level required to officiate a World Cup semi-final?&rdquo;. Deschamps&rsquo; frustrations stemmed from a few [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Deschamps Laments &lsquo;Poor Officiating&rsquo; In France D]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-deschamps-laments-poor-officiating-in-france-defeat-to-spain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-deschamps-laments-poor-officiating-in-france-defeat-to-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain Outclass France To Reach Second FIFA World Cup Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain put up a masterclass performance to overcome France 2-0 in the semifinal of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Tuesday. Goals in each half from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro, earned Spain a first World Cup final appearance since 2010 which they won. It is the second time Spain and France will clash at [...]<br />
The post Spain Outclass France To Reach Second FIFA World Cup Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spain-outclass-france-to-reach-second-fifa-world-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spain-outclass-france-to-reach-second-fifa-world-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Doesn’t Care About Personal Records  –Aguero]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Argentina striker Sergio Ag&uuml;ero has disclosed that Lionel Messi is not driven by individual awards ahead of tomorrow&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash. According to him, Messi prioritizes team success over personal accolades like the Golden Boot or the Ballon d&rsquo;Or, and his primary motivation is simply to win and constantly improve his [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Doesn&rsquo;t Care About Personal Records&ndash;Aguero appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-doesnt-care-about-personal-records-aguero/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-doesnt-care-about-personal-records-aguero/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tielemans Joins Man United On Five-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for &pound;36m, Sky Sports reports. The 29-year-old has signed a five-year deal at Old Trafford and now becomes the second midfielder signed in the summer window, after the club already confirmed the &pound;50m arrival of Andrey Santos from Chelsea. Speaking in a statement [...]<br />
The post Tielemans Joins Man United On Five-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tielemans-joins-man-united-on-five-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tielemans-joins-man-united-on-five-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turkish Club Gençlerbirliği Sack Super Eagles Winger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish Super Lig club Genclerbirligi have mutually agreed to terminate the contract of Super Eagles winger Henry Onyekuru, reports Completesports.com. The decision follows talks between the club and the 29-year-old Nigerian&rsquo;s representatives, with both parties reaching an agreement to end his stay ahead of the new season. According to reports, both parties reached a settlement [...]<br />
The post Turkish Club Gen&ccedil;lerbirli&#287;i Sack Super Eagles Winger appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkish-club-genlerbirlii-sack-super-eagles-winger/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/turkish-club-genlerbirlii-sack-super-eagles-winger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AIK Invite Nigerian Youngster To Train With First Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swedish top-flight club AIK have invited promising Nigerian winger Emmanuel Oluwafemi Olawore to train with their senior squad this week as they assess him ahead of a potential transfer. Olawore, 19, is currently contracted to fellow Swedish club Ume&aring; FC, where he has impressed since joining earlier this year. Confirming the development, AIK announced on [...]<br />
The post AIK Invite Nigerian Youngster To Train With First Team appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aik-invite-nigerian-youngster-to-train-with-first-team/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aik-invite-nigerian-youngster-to-train-with-first-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Must Not Focus Only On Messi  –Terry Warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash between England and Argentina, former Chelsea captain John Terry warned that the Three Lions can&rsquo;t only focus on Lionel Messi. Terry acknowledged Messi&rsquo;s magic but emphasized that Argentina boasts an experienced squad, while stating that England&rsquo;s squad is better than the reigning world champions. Read Also:World [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Must Not Focus Only On Messi&ndash;Terry Warns appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-must-not-focus-only-on-messi-terry-warns/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-must-not-focus-only-on-messi-terry-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons To Face Ghana In Pre- WAFCON Friendly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons will face the Black Queens of Ghana in a friendly match as part of their build-up to the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. The friendly encounter will hold at the Stade el Arbi Zaouli, Casablanca on Saturday. Super Falcons Set Up Camp In Casablanca Justine Madugu&rsquo;s side opened camp [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons To Face Ghana In Pre- WAFCON Friendly appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-to-face-ghana-in-pre-wafcon-friendly/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-to-face-ghana-in-pre-wafcon-friendly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Defender Agrees Personal Terms With Fulham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League club Fulham have reached an agreement on personal terms with Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu as they step up their pursuit of the highly-rated centre-back. The Cottagers have made Nwaiwu one of their priority defensive targets this summer and remain determined to secure his signature despite encountering resistance from Turkish Super Lig side [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Defender Agrees Personal Terms With Fulham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-defender-agrees-personal-terms-with-fulham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-defender-agrees-personal-terms-with-fulham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Arsenal Reach Agreement With Beşiktaş For Permanent Transfer Of Trossard.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League champions Arsenal have confirmed Leandro Trossard is moving to Turkish giants Besiktas. The Gunners disclosed this in a statement released on their official website on Tuesday. According to Arsenal, Trossard has been granted permission to travel to Istanbul to undergo a medical. &ldquo;We can confirm that we have reached an agreement with Besiktas [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Arsenal Reach Agreement With Be&#351;ikta&#351; For Permanent Transfer Of Trossard. appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-arsenal-reach-agreement-with-beikta-for-permanent-transfer-of-trossard/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-arsenal-reach-agreement-with-beikta-for-permanent-transfer-of-trossard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappe Not On Same Level With Ronaldo, Messi  –Man United Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke has disclosed that Kylian Mbapp&eacute; will never reach the legendary heights of Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi. Yorke stated that while Mbapp&eacute; is a phenomenal player with remarkable goal-scoring numbers, the era of dominance established by Ronaldo and Messi over the last two decades is unprecedented. Read Also:World Cup 2026: [...]<br />
The post Mbappe Not On Same Level With Ronaldo, Messi&ndash;Man United Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbappe-not-on-same-level-with-ronaldo-messi-man-united-legend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbappe-not-on-same-level-with-ronaldo-messi-man-united-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain Target First-Ever World Cup Win Against France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain and France will renew their rivalry when both heavyweights clash today (Tuesday) in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. How Spain And France Reached Semifinals To get to this stage of the tournament France were flawless in the group stage, as they topped with nine points before seeing off Sweden (round of [...]<br />
The post Spain Target First-Ever World Cup Win Against France appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spain-target-first-ever-world-cup-win-against-france/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/spain-target-first-ever-world-cup-win-against-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Determined To Secure AFCON Spot — Maikaba]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba has declared that his team must be ready to work hard if they are to achieve success at the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship. The regional tournament will also serve as the qualifying competition for the 2027 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, with the top teams earning places at [...]<br />
The post WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Determined To Secure AFCON Spot &mdash; Maikaba appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-determined-to-secure-afcon-spot-maikaba/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-b-u-20-championship-flying-eagles-determined-to-secure-afcon-spot-maikaba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Teams That Shocked Everyone At The 2026 World Cup | Biggest Upsets So Far]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already delivered incredible surprises, with underdogs proving they belong on football&rsquo;s biggest stage. Cape Verde stunned Spain with a historic draw, Australia exceeded expectations, Ghana frustrated England, and Norway emerged as one of the tournament&rsquo;s biggest dark horses. With the new 48-team format creating more opportunities for surprises, this [...]<br />
The post The Teams That Shocked Everyone At The 2026 World Cup | Biggest Upsets So Far appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-teams-that-shocked-everyone-at-the-2026-world-cup-biggest-upsets-so-far/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-teams-that-shocked-everyone-at-the-2026-world-cup-biggest-upsets-so-far/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE — World Cup 2026: African Teams Impressed, But Super Eagles Would Have Done Better — Kalika]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simon Kalika, a Dutch coach and former Flying Eagles of Nigeria assistant coach during the 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup finals in the Netherlands, as well as the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China, has applauded the performances of African teams at the ongoing World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. However, Kalika insists that Nigeria&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE &mdash; World Cup 2026: African Teams Impressed, But Super Eagles Would Have Done Better &mdash; Kalika appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-world-cup-2026-african-teams-impressed-but-super-eagles-would-have-done-better-kalika/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-world-cup-2026-african-teams-impressed-but-super-eagles-would-have-done-better-kalika/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anelka: Why I Was Expelled From France Squad At World Cup 2010]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka has reflected on his infamous 18-match ban, which he received after a furious dressing-room altercation with France manager Raymond Domenech during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. Domenech allegedly substituted the striker at halftime against Mexico, leading to a heated X-rated exchange. Read Also:World Cup 2026: &lsquo;We Can Beat [...]<br />
The post Anelka: Why I Was Expelled From France Squad At World Cup 2010 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/anelka-why-i-was-expelled-from-france-squad-at-world-cup-2010/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/anelka-why-i-was-expelled-from-france-squad-at-world-cup-2010/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Other Teams Will Be More Worried About Us  —Madueke Speaks Ahead Argentina Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noni Madueke believes England have developed a fear factor at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after reaching the semi-finals for the fourth time in history. Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s men came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 after extra-time on Saturday, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice to set up a last-four clash with Argentina. The victory in [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Other Teams Will Be More Worried About Us&mdash;Madueke Speaks Ahead Argentina Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-other-teams-will-be-more-worried-about-us-madueke-speaks-ahead-argentina-clash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-other-teams-will-be-more-worried-about-us-madueke-speaks-ahead-argentina-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Super Eagles Star: Arsenal Should Be More Focused On Champions League Next Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal legend Nwankwo Kanu has strongly backed the Gunners to shift their full focus and mentality toward winning the UEFA Champions League. Following a Premier League title victory, the former Super Eagles captain expressed confidence that Mikel Arteta&rsquo;s squad possesses the momentum and tactical discipline needed to conquer Europe. Read Also:Arsenal Considering Re-signing Former Gunners [...]<br />
The post Ex-Super Eagles Star: Arsenal Should Be More Focused On Champions League Next Season ap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-super-eagles-star-arsenal-should-be-more-focused-on-champions-league-next-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-super-eagles-star-arsenal-should-be-more-focused-on-champions-league-next-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amorim Assigns Chukwueze New Role At AC Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samuel Chukwueze has been handed a new role by AC Milan&rsquo;s new manager, Ruben Amorim, Completesports.com reports. AC Milan held their first pre-season training session under Amorim at the Milanello training centre on Monday, with several notable tactical changes on display, including Chukwueze being deployed in a role similar to the one Amad Diallo occupied [...]<br />
The post Amorim Assigns Chukwueze New Role At AC Milan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/amorim-assigns-chukwueze-new-role-at-ac-milan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/amorim-assigns-chukwueze-new-role-at-ac-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yohanna, Lewis-Skelly, Yamal, Estevao Make European Golden Boy Top 100]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton and Hove Albion Nigerian summer signing Zadok Yohanna has been included in the top 100 of the 2026 European Golden Boy rankings. The list was released by Italian daily sport publication, Tuttosport (organisers of the prestigious annual award)and ranks players under the age of 21 based on their performances and achievements in 2026 so [...]<br />
The post Yohanna, Lewis-Skelly, Yamal, Estevao Make European Golden Boy Top 100 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yohanna-lewis-skelly-yamal-estevao-make-european-golden-boy-top-100/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/yohanna-lewis-skelly-yamal-estevao-make-european-golden-boy-top-100/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wolves Omit Arokodare From Pre-Season Training Squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wolverhampton Wanderers have omitted Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare from their pre-season training squad as speculation over his future continues to intensify. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that the Nigerian forward was not included in Wolves&rsquo; squad for the start of pre-season preparations, further fueling expectations that he could leave Molineux this summer. According to [...]<br />
The post Wolves Omit Arokodare From Pre-Season Training Squad appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wolves-omit-arokodare-from-pre-season-training-squad/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wolves-omit-arokodare-from-pre-season-training-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘We Can Beat Them’  –Rodri Speaks Ahead Spain Vs France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain captain Rodri has expressed confidence that the team can beat France in tonight&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final matchup. Acknowledging France&rsquo;s form and physical defensive structure, he believes past victories, such as at Euro 2024, prove Spain has the strategy and quality to overcome them. Read Also:World Cup 2026: France Won&rsquo;t Allow Spain To [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;We Can Beat Them&rsquo;&ndash;Rodri Speaks Ahead Spain Vs France appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-can-beat-them-rodri-speaks-ahead-spain-vs-france/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-can-beat-them-rodri-speaks-ahead-spain-vs-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: France Won’t Allow Spain To Control Possession  –Kounde]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona star Jules Kound&eacute; has disclosed that France can&rsquo;t afford to spend 90 minutes chasing the ball in tonight&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash against Spain. This will be just the second ever World Cup meeting between France and Spain, following their last 16 meeting back in 2006, with Les Bleus progressing after having [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: France Won&rsquo;t Allow Spain To Control Possession&ndash;Kounde appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-wont-allow-spain-to-control-possession-kounde/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-wont-allow-spain-to-control-possession-kounde/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roma reject Manu Kone offer from Atletico with Premier League rivals monitoring situation]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to Corriere dello Sport, AS Roma have rejected an offer from Atletico Madrid for the services of Manu Kone. The Giallorossi maintain that the 25-year-old midfielder is not for sale, but their resolve could be tested again with the Rojiblancos not giving up, and the likes of Manchester United and Liverpool monitoring the situation closely. Apparently, &euro;60 million could be enough to change Roma&rsquo;s stance.<br />
Kone joined Roma from Borussia Monchengladbach two years ago for a report]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/roma-reject-manu-kone-offer-from-atletico-with-premier-league-rivals-monitoring-situation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/roma-reject-manu-kone-offer-from-atletico-with-premier-league-rivals-monitoring-situation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jose Mourinho takes charge of Real Madrid pre-season training (Video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid have started their preparations for the upcoming season, and the freshly re-appointed Jose Mourinho has taken command of the squad. The boss! pic.twitter.com/8afnCW70If<br />
&mdash; Real Madrid C.F.(@realmadriden) July 13, 2026The post Jose Mourinho takes charge of Real Madrid pre-season training (Video) appeared first on SoccerNews.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jose-mourinho-takes-charge-of-real-madrid-pre-season-training-video/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/jose-mourinho-takes-charge-of-real-madrid-pre-season-training-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“It’s all about timings” – Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso on missing out on Liverpool job (Video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prior to his Chelsea appointment, Xabi Alonso was heavily linked with succeeding Arne Slot at Liverpool. However, as reports of the Merseysiders sticking with Slot, their former midfielder accepted the offer from the London Blues. Liverpool then sacked Slot and appointed Andoni Iraola instead.<br />
Never say never, of course, but the prospect of Alonso managing Liverpool at some point in the future now seems unlikely. The only fact on that front at the moment is, when he returns to Anfield the next t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-all-about-timings-chelsea-boss-xabi-alonso-on-missing-out-on-liverpool-job-video/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-all-about-timings-chelsea-boss-xabi-alonso-on-missing-out-on-liverpool-job-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Sutjeska Niksic vs Kairat Almaty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seeking to overturn a one-goal first-leg deficit, Sutjeska Niksic welcome Kairat Almaty to Gradski Stadion Niksic on Wednesday for the second leg of their Champions League first qualifying-round tie.<br />
The winners on aggregate will advance to face Cypriot outfit Omonia in the next round later this month.<br />
Verdict: Away win<br />
Best odds: 73/100<br />
Bookmaker: 1xBet<br />
Sutjeska Niksic<br />
After enduring a difficult build-up to the new campaign, Sutjeska head into this decisive encounter still believing they can tu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-sutjeska-niksic-vs-kairat-almaty/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-sutjeska-niksic-vs-kairat-almaty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kounde: France cannot afford to chase Spain for 90 minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jules Kounde believes France "can't spend 90 minutes chasing the ball" if they are to beat Spain in their World Cup semi-final on Tuesday.<br />
This will be just the second ever World Cup meeting between France and Spain, following their last 16 meeting back in 2006, with Les Bleus progressing having come from behind to win 3-1.<br />
France booked their spot in the last four with a 2-0 victory over Morocco; having won all six of their World Cup matches in 2026, France are looking to become just the second]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kounde-france-cannot-afford-to-chase-spain-for-90-minutes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kounde-france-cannot-afford-to-chase-spain-for-90-minutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull owner reveals £200m transfer budget after promotion to Premier League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull City owner Acun Ilicali has revealed the club have a &pound;200m transfer budget to spend this summer.<br />
The Tigers achieved promotion to the Premier League after defeating Middlesbrough in the play-off final, where Oli McBurnie scored a stoppage-time winner in a 1-0 victory at Wembley Stadium.<br />
Hull are now preparing for their first season in the English top-flight since 2016-17, with their main goal to stay up in the division.<br />
They have only made one signing so far, with goalkeeper Jack Butl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hull-owner-reveals-200m-transfer-budget-after-promotion-to-premier-league/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hull-owner-reveals-200m-transfer-budget-after-promotion-to-premier-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We’re Not Afraid Of Spain  –Rabiot]]></title><description><![CDATA[AC Milan star Adrien Rabiot has disclosed that the French national team does not fear Spain ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash. He emphasized that France does not need a special anti-Yamal plan and is solely focused on playing a solid, collective match against a highly dangerous Spanish squad. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We&rsquo;re Not Afraid Of Spain&ndash;Rabiot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-were-not-afraid-of-spain-rabiot/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-were-not-afraid-of-spain-rabiot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappe ‘not intimidating’ to Spain defender Cubarsi ahead of World Cup semis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain defender Pau Cubarsi insists he is not intimidated by Kylian Mbappe, but is wary of the threat he poses.<br />
Mbappe's France take on Spain for a spot in the 2026 World Cup final, with Tuesday's clash at Dallas Stadium the first of the two semi-finals.<br />
Mbappe has scored 12 goals in the knockout stages of the World Cup, the most of any player.<br />
He's scored in the round of 32 (two), round of 16 (five), quarter-final (one) and final (four), but never in the semi-final in two appearances.<br />
Spain have]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbappe-not-intimidating-to-spain-defender-cubarsi-ahead-of-world-cup-semis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbappe-not-intimidating-to-spain-defender-cubarsi-ahead-of-world-cup-semis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keating signs for Liverpool following Man City exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool have announced the signing of goalkeeper Khiara Keating on a free transfer.<br />
The 22-year-old became a free agent following the expiration of her contract at Manchester City, where she progressed through the academy before making her Women's Super League debut in 2021-22.<br />
Overall, Keating made 44 WSL appearances for City, keeping 15 clean sheets and making 109 saves as she won the league title in 2025-26.<br />
However, during City's title-winning campaign last term, Keating was very much the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/keating-signs-for-liverpool-following-man-city-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/keating-signs-for-liverpool-following-man-city-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alonso ‘privileged’ to lead Chelsea in ‘most competitive league in the world’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Xabi Alonso believes the Premier League is "the most competitive league in the world" as he prepares to lead Chelsea into the 2026-27 season.<br />
The 44-year-old was named Chelsea manager at the end of last season, which saw interim boss Calum McFarlane take charge of their run-in following Liam Rosenior's sacking.<br />
Alonso, meanwhile, parted ways with Real Madrid back in January, despite winning 24 of his 34 games in charge of the LaLiga giants (D4 L6).<br />
Nevertheless, the Spaniard is excited to lead h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alonso-privileged-to-lead-chelsea-in-most-competitive-league-in-the-world/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alonso-privileged-to-lead-chelsea-in-most-competitive-league-in-the-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RB Leipzig extend Gruda loan deal from Brighton for 2026-27 season]]></title><description><![CDATA[RB Leipzig have extended the loan deal for Brajan Gruda from Brighton through to the end of the 2026-27 season.<br />
Gruda spent the second half of the 2025-26 campaign with the Bundesliga side, scoring three goals and providing three assists in 13 appearances across all competitions.<br />
He helped Leipzig finish third in the league last season, securing Champions League football, while they were knocked out in the quarter-finals of the DFB-Pokal by eventual winners Bayern Munich.<br />
Gruda revealed it was a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rb-leipzig-extend-gruda-loan-deal-from-brighton-for-2026-27-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rb-leipzig-extend-gruda-loan-deal-from-brighton-for-2026-27-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O’Neill Confirms New Celtic Contract For Iheanacho]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic manager Martin O&rsquo;Neill has confirmed that the Hoops have made Kelechi Iheanacho an offer as talks continue over the striker&rsquo;s return to the club, Completesports.com reports. Iheanacho&rsquo;s previous contract with Celtic expired at the end of last month. Iheanacho linked up with the Hoops last September on a one-year deal, with the Scottish Premiership [...]<br />
The post O&rsquo;Neill Confirms New Celtic Contract For Iheanacho appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oneill-confirms-new-celtic-contract-for-iheanacho/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oneill-confirms-new-celtic-contract-for-iheanacho/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alonso: I Will Get The Best Out Of Palmer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has disclosed that Cole Palmer is a special talent, and he is working on building the team to get the absolute best out of him this season. During his introductory press conference, Alonso expressed immediate admiration for Palmer&rsquo;s intelligence, decision-making, and special talent. Read Also:Dyer: Bowen Has No Plan To Leave [...]<br />
The post Alonso: I Will Get The Best Out Of Palmer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alonso-i-will-get-the-best-out-of-palmer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alonso-i-will-get-the-best-out-of-palmer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Can Win 11th Title In Morocco, Shock The World At Brazil 2027 — Aloma]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria U-20 Women&rsquo;s National Team coach, Napoleon Aloma, has expressed confidence that the Super Falcons will win their record-extending 11th Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title in Morocco and go on to surpass their FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup quarter-final achievement at the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup in Brazil, Completesports.com reports. Super Falcons [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Can Win 11th Title In Morocco, Shock The World At Brazil 2027 &m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-can-win-11th-title-in-morocco-shock-the-world-at-brazil-2027-aloma/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-can-win-11th-title-in-morocco-shock-the-world-at-brazil-2027-aloma/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Guehi, Stones’ Partnership Will Keep Messi Quiet  –Wright]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal legend Ian Wright believes the pairing of Marc Gu&eacute;hi and John Stones has the tactical capability and defensive form to quiet Lionel Messi. Ahead of the World Cup 2026 semi-final between England and Argentina, Wright specifically cited England&rsquo;s defensive structure, ability to play narrow, and capacity to block and break as key reasons why [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Guehi, Stones&rsquo; Partnership Will Keep Messi Quiet&ndash;Wright appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-guehi-stones-partnership-will-keep-messi-quiet-wright/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-guehi-stones-partnership-will-keep-messi-quiet-wright/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Guehi, Stones’ Partnership Will Keep Messi Quiet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal legend Ian Wright believes the pairing of Marc Gu&eacute;hi and John Stones has the tactical capability and defensive form to quiet Lionel Messi. Ahead of the World Cup 2026 semi-final between England and Argentina, Wright specifically cited England&rsquo;s defensive structure, ability to play narrow, and capacity to block and break as key reasons why [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Guehi, Stones&rsquo; Partnership Will Keep Messi Quiet appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-guehi-stones-partnership-will-keep-messi-quiet/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-guehi-stones-partnership-will-keep-messi-quiet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osimhen Reveals Plans To Go Back To School After Retirement From Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has revealed that he plans to return to school and earn a university degree after retiring from football. Osimhen disclosed this during an interview with Instablog TV, where he reflected on life beyond football and the importance of education. &ldquo;As an adult, not everything I learned in school. [...]<br />
The post Osimhen Reveals Plans To Go Back To School After Retirement From Football appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-reveals-plans-to-go-back-to-school-after-retirement-from-football/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osimhen-reveals-plans-to-go-back-to-school-after-retirement-from-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netherlands Referee Dies Weeks After World Cup Axe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Netherlands referee Rob Dieperink has died weeks after he was axed from the World Cup 2026 following his arrest over the alleged sexual assault of a teenager. The Dutch Football Association (KNVB) confirmed Dieperink&rsquo;s death on Monday, paying tribute to the official following the news. Read Also:FIFA To Consider Expanding World Cup 2030 To 64 [...]<br />
The post Netherlands Referee Dies Weeks After World Cup Axe appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/netherlands-referee-dies-weeks-after-world-cup-axe/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/netherlands-referee-dies-weeks-after-world-cup-axe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Determined To Retain Title — Nnadozie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chiamaka Nnadozie, has revealed the mindset guiding the Super Falcons as they prepare to defend their Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations title at this month&rsquo;s tournament in Morocco. According to the Brighton shot-stopper, the reigning champions are fully focused on approaching their title defence with determination, discipline and the mentality of taking each game as [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Determined To Retain Title &mdash; Nnadozie appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-determined-to-retain-title-nnadozie/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-determined-to-retain-title-nnadozie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m At Man United To Win The Biggest Trophies  –Santos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Man United new signing Andrey Santos has disclosed that he can&rsquo;t wait to fight together with his new teammates after completing a &pound;50 million transfer to Manchester United from Chelsea. The 22-year-old joins the Red Devils on a contract until June 2031, with the option of a further year, after United agreed to pay an [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;m At Man United To Win The Biggest Trophies&ndash;Santos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-at-man-united-to-win-the-biggest-trophies-santos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-at-man-united-to-win-the-biggest-trophies-santos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Oshoala, Ajibade, Nnadozie Lead Early Arrivals At Super Falcons Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Asisat Oshoala, Rasheedat Ajibade, and Chiamaka Nnadozie were among the first players to report to the Super Falcons&rsquo; training camp in Casablanca, Morocco, ahead of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. Also present in camp are defenders Glory Ogbonna, Oluwatosin Demehin, Rofiat Imuran, and Shukurat Oladipo, as well as midfielder Christy Ucheibe [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Oshoala, Ajibade, Nnadozie Lead Early Arrivals At Super Falcons Camp appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-oshoala-ajibade-nnadozie-lead-early-arrivals-at-super-falcons-camp/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-oshoala-ajibade-nnadozie-lead-early-arrivals-at-super-falcons-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I Only Signed Two-Year Deal With Liverpool  —Reds New Manager Iraola]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool new head coach Andoni Iraola has explained why he has chosen to sign only a two-year deal with the Reds. Iraola, who has previous form for signing two-year deals throughout his managerial career, insisted that the length of a manager&rsquo;s contract wasn&rsquo;t important, and that it gave both himself and the club the opportunity [...]<br />
The post Why I Only Signed Two-Year Deal With Liverpool&mdash;Reds New Manager Iraola appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-i-only-signed-two-year-deal-with-liverpool-reds-new-manager-iraola/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-i-only-signed-two-year-deal-with-liverpool-reds-new-manager-iraola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dyer: Bowen Has No Plan To Leave West Ham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lifelong West Ham fan Danny Dyer has disclosed that his son-in-law, Jarrod Bowen, plans to stay with the club following their relegation to the Championship. Bowen&rsquo;s consistent performances had drawn significant attention from clubs like Liverpool and Aston Villa, who were monitoring his availability. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;ve Played Against Everyone Except England &ndash;Messi [...]<br />
The post Dyer: Bowen Has No Plan To Leave West Ham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dyer-bowen-has-no-plan-to-leave-west-ham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dyer-bowen-has-no-plan-to-leave-west-ham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons’ Group Opponent Zambia Storm  Algeria For Final Preparations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Copper Queens of Zambia will arrive Algeria on Monday (today) for their final preparations ahead of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. The team have spent the last two weeks in a training camp in Lusaka, fine-tuning their preparations for the tournament. Assistant coach Charles Haalubono has overseen the sessions, putting the players [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons&rsquo; Group Opponent Zambia StormAlgeria For Final Preparations appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-group-opponent-zambia-storm-algeria-for-final-preparations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-group-opponent-zambia-storm-algeria-for-final-preparations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boostfinder Wants To Solve One Of Sports Betting’s Biggest Frustrations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sports betting has become faster, sharper, and more data-driven than ever. Odds move in seconds. Promotions disappear without warning. And across dozens of bookmakers, thousands of enhanced prices appear every week before quietly vanishing again. For most punters, keeping track of all of it is nearly impossible. That problem is exactly what Boostfinder is trying [...]<br />
The post Boostfinder Wants To Solve One Of Sports Betting&rsquo;s Biggest Frustrations appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boostfinder-wants-to-solve-one-of-sports-bettings-biggest-frustrations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/boostfinder-wants-to-solve-one-of-sports-bettings-biggest-frustrations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 114: World Cup Semi-Finals Preview]]></title><description><![CDATA[The semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup take place tomorrow and Wednesday when the remaining four teams battle each other. The winners will meet in the final on 19 July, while the losing teams will contest the third-place playoff. With four of the world&rsquo;s strongest football nations still standing, fans can expect football of [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 114: World Cup Semi-Finals Preview appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-114-world-cup-semi-finals-preview/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-114-world-cup-semi-finals-preview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Close To Completing Deal For Aston Villa Midfielder Tielemans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United are in advanced talks to sign Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans, BBC Sport reports. United have prioritised strengthening their midfield positions this summer, but have so far met with frustration after failing to sign first choice Elliot Anderson, who is joining Manchester City, and Mateus Fernandes, who opted to move to Tottenham Hotspur [...]<br />
The post Man United Close To Completing Deal For Aston Villa Midfielder Tielemans appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-close-to-completing-deal-for-aston-villa-midfielder-tielemans/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-close-to-completing-deal-for-aston-villa-midfielder-tielemans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI Face Swap And Video Face Swap: Revolutionizing Digital Content Creation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fast progress in artificial intelligence changed how humans make, change, then spread digital stuff. One fresh twist lately? Swapping faces using smart software &ndash; a hit on platforms where folks post clips, play games, promote brands, craft visuals. Instead of boring edits, now anyone reshapes video moments by sliding one face over another. These tools [...]<br />
The post AI Face Swap And Video Face Swap: Revolutionizing Digital Content Creation appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ai-face-swap-and-video-face-swap-revolutionizing-digital-content-creation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ai-face-swap-and-video-face-swap-revolutionizing-digital-content-creation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How No Verification Casinos Changed What Players Consider Acceptable]]></title><description><![CDATA[Standards change slowly until they change all at once. For most of online gambling&rsquo;s history, players accepted verification delays, document uploads, and multi-day withdrawal timelines as the cost of participation. Nobody particularly liked it. But nobody questioned it either, because questioning it required imagining an alternative that did not exist yet. The no verification casino [...]<br />
The post How No Verification Casinos Changed What Players Consider Acceptable appeared first on Comple]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-no-verification-casinos-changed-what-players-consider-acceptable/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-no-verification-casinos-changed-what-players-consider-acceptable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Build This One Habit And Avoid Becoming A Scam Statistic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finding a decent online casino Malaysia used to be a five-minute decision. These days, it takes actual homework. There are hundreds of platforms competing for your deposit right now, and almost all of them are dressed the same way &mdash; sleek homepage, oversized welcome bonus, a signup flow that takes seconds. None of that tells [...]<br />
The post Build This One Habit And Avoid Becoming A Scam Statistic appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/build-this-one-habit-and-avoid-becoming-a-scam-statistic/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/build-this-one-habit-and-avoid-becoming-a-scam-statistic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgian Club Line Up Move For Durosinmi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgian club Genk are interested in Pisa SC striker Rafiu Durosinmi, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international moved to Pisa from Czech First Division club Viktoria Plzen for around &euro;11 million in January. Durosinmi failed to replicate the scoring form he enjoyed at Viktoria Plzen during his six-month spell in Italy. The 23-year-old registered just one [...]<br />
The post Belgian Club Line Up Move For Durosinmi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/belgian-club-line-up-move-for-durosinmi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/belgian-club-line-up-move-for-durosinmi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Striker Rules Out Move To Turkey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Tolu Arokodare has ruled out a move to Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international is expected to leave Molineux this summer following Wolves&rsquo; relegation from the Premier League. Trabzonspor have revived their long-standing interest in the 25-year-old and have already submitted an official offer in a bid to [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Striker Rules Out Move To Turkey appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-striker-rules-out-move-to-turkey/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-striker-rules-out-move-to-turkey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia Midfielder Receives Death Threats After World Cup Elimination]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colombia midfielder J&aacute;minton Campaz and his family have received death threats following the national team&rsquo;s elimination from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Why Campaz Received Death Threats Colombia&rsquo;s tournament ended Tuesday in a penalty shootout loss to Switzerland in the round of 16. During extra time, Campaz &mdash; who plays for Argentine club Rosario Central [...]<br />
The post Colombia Midfielder Receives Death Threats After World Cup Elimination appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/colombia-midfielder-receives-death-threats-after-world-cup-elimination/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/colombia-midfielder-receives-death-threats-after-world-cup-elimination/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portuguese Club Sporting Braga Sign Nigerian Defender From Inter Lagos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portuguese side, Sporting Braga have signed Nigerian Defender Adebisi Olamikun from Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Inter Lagos. Inter Lagos confirmed the move on their official X handle on Sunday. According to reports, Olamikun joined Sporting Braga in a long-term deal believed to be worth &euro;50,000. The 18-year-old has already arrived in Portugal and [...]<br />
The post Portuguese Club Sporting Braga Sign Nigerian Defender From Inter Lagos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/portuguese-club-sporting-braga-sign-nigerian-defender-from-inter-lagos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/portuguese-club-sporting-braga-sign-nigerian-defender-from-inter-lagos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA To Consider Expanding World Cup 2030 To 64 Teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA President Gianni Infantino has disclosed that the organization is actively exploring a proposal to expand the World Cup 2030 to a staggering 64 teams. Building on the 48-team format in the 2026 North American tournament, this massive change would allow almost a third of all FIFA-affiliated countries to qualify. Read Also:World Cup 2026: England [...]<br />
The post FIFA To Consider Expanding World Cup 2030 To 64 Teams appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-to-consider-expanding-world-cup-2030-to-64-teams/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-to-consider-expanding-world-cup-2030-to-64-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons Open Casablanca Camp Ahead WAFCON 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons will begin preparations for the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations with the opening of their training camp in Casablanca on Monday (today), Completesports.com reports. Head coach Justine Madugu named a 25-player squad for Nigeria&rsquo;s title defence last Friday, with all invited players expected to arrive in camp on Monday. The nine-time [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons Open Casablanca Camp Ahead WAFCON 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-open-casablanca-camp-ahead-wafcon-2026/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-open-casablanca-camp-ahead-wafcon-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police To Investigate Death Of Bafana Bafana World Cup Star Adams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Town police have opened an inquest into Jayden Adams&rsquo; sudden death after his body was found at a property in Schotschekloof on Saturday morning, MSN reports. Officials, including sport minister Gayton McKenzie, have confirmed the cause remains unknown and urged the public to avoid speculation while investigations proceed. Unverified local media reports suggested possible [...]<br />
The post Police To Investigate Death Of Bafana Bafana World Cup Star Adams appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/police-to-investigate-death-of-bafana-bafana-world-cup-star-adams/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/police-to-investigate-death-of-bafana-bafana-world-cup-star-adams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: France Won’t Focus On Yamal Alone  –Konate]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Real Madrid defender Ibrahima Konate has disclosed that France will not specifically tailor their tactical plan around Lamine Yamal ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash against Spain. He dismissed suggestions that France fears the Spanish teenager, warning that focusing exclusively on one player would be a mistake because of La Roja&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: France Won&rsquo;t Focus On Yamal Alone&ndash;Konate appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-wont-focus-on-yamal-alone-konate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-wont-focus-on-yamal-alone-konate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senator Nwoko’s Bold Prediction: Will The Super Eagles Shock The World In 2030?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A bold statement from Senator Ned Nwoko has sparked fresh debate about the future of Nigerian football. According to the senator, the Super Eagles can emulate the remarkable progress made by Morocco and other ambitious football nations to become a force at the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Related: Can Nigeria Sustain Chelle&rsquo;s $100,000 Monthly Salary? [...]<br />
The post Senator Nwoko&rsquo;s Bold Prediction: Will The Super Eagles Shock The World In 2030? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/senator-nwokos-bold-prediction-will-the-super-eagles-shock-the-world-in-2030/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/senator-nwokos-bold-prediction-will-the-super-eagles-shock-the-world-in-2030/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sinner Beats Zverev To Retain Wimbledon Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner successfully defended his Wimbledon title on Sunday, defeating Alexander Zverev 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4. The world No. 1 secured his second consecutive Wimbledon crown and the fifth Grand Slam of his career after a thrilling and hard-fought marathon match lasting three hours and 46 minutes. Read Also:Noskova Outclasses Muchova To [...]<br />
The post Sinner Beats Zverev To Retain Wimbledon Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sinner-beats-zverev-to-retain-wimbledon-title/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sinner-beats-zverev-to-retain-wimbledon-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iheanacho Set To Sign  New Two-Year Deal At Celtic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kelechi Iheanacho is set to sign a new two-year contract with Scottish Premiership champions Celtic, Completesports.com reports. Iheanacho enjoyed an impressive debut campaign at Celtic after joining the Scottish champions on a free transfer. The Nigeria international signed a one-year deal with the Hoops, with the club retaining the option to extend his stay by [...]<br />
The post Iheanacho Set To SignNew Two-Year Deal At Celtic appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iheanacho-set-to-sign-new-two-year-deal-at-celtic/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iheanacho-set-to-sign-new-two-year-deal-at-celtic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Venezia Chief Confirms Adams Move Nears Completion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Venezia sporting director Filippo Antonelli has confirmed that negotiations for the signing of Sevilla striker Akor Adams are at a very advanced stage, reports Completesports.com. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported on Saturday that Venezia and Sevilla have reached an agreement on a &euro;16 million deal for the Nigeria international. Antonelli On Adams Transfer Antonelli acknowledged [...]<br />
The post Venezia Chief Confirms Adams Move Nears Completion appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/venezia-chief-confirms-adams-move-nears-completion/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/venezia-chief-confirms-adams-move-nears-completion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I’ve Played Against Everyone Except England  –Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina star Lionel Messi has disclosed that England is the only major football powerhouse he has never played against in his entire career. The Argentine star expressed excitement about facing them in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final, calling the historic match-up a unique game.&nbsp; Read Also:World Cup 2026: Messi Can Be Weakness Defensively For [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;ve Played Against Everyone Except England&ndash;Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ive-played-against-everyone-except-england-messi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ive-played-against-everyone-except-england-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Chippa United Re-Sign Super Eagles Goalkeeper Nwabali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has rejoined South Africa&rsquo;s Premier Soccer League (PSL) club Chippa United just days after being spotted in training at the club. Nwabali retuned to Chippa as they begin preparations for the 2026/27 campaign under the guidance of coach Brandon Truter. Nwabali&rsquo;s departure from Chippa earlier this year shocked many [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Chippa United Re-Sign Super Eagles Goalkeeper Nwabali appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-chippa-united-re-sign-super-eagles-goalkeeper-nwabali/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-chippa-united-re-sign-super-eagles-goalkeeper-nwabali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWC: Flamingos To Face Poland, Puerto Rico, Korea In Group B]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos will face Poland, Puerto Rico and Korea DPR in Group B at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup, Completesports.com reports. Akeem Busari&rsquo;s side qualified for the competition following a 8-5 on aggregate victory over the Young Amazons of Benin. The Flamingos claimed a 3-2 first-leg win at the Remo Stars Sports Complex [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWC: Flamingos To Face Poland, Puerto Rico, Korea In Group B appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwc-flamingos-to-face-poland-puerto-rico-korea-in-group-b/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwc-flamingos-to-face-poland-puerto-rico-korea-in-group-b/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Have An Uphill Task Against Argentina  –Ex-Man City Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester City defender Micah Richards has disclosed that England have a mountain to climb against Argentina in the semi-final of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Three Lions reached this stage by defeating Norway in the quarter-finals, while Argentina advanced with a gritty 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland. Read Also:Alvarez: Argentina Will Do Everything [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Have An Uphill Task Against Argentina&ndash;Ex-Man City Star appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-have-an-uphill-task-against-argentina-ex-man-city-star/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-have-an-uphill-task-against-argentina-ex-man-city-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Former Spain Prime Minster Criticised For ‘Racist’ Comments About France Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain&rsquo;s former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has been accused of racism by several leading French politicians after saying the France national team &ldquo;does not have any French players.&rdquo; Rajoy, who served as the leader of the country&rsquo;s government between 2011 and 2018, made the comment in a column for Spanish outlet El Debate previewing Tuesday&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Former Spain Prime Minster Criticised For &lsquo;Racist&rsquo; Comments About France Team appe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-former-spain-prime-minster-criticised-for-racist-comments-about-france-team/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-former-spain-prime-minster-criticised-for-racist-comments-about-france-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Why Haaland Was Substituted Against England  —Norway Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway boss Stale Solbakken has revealed he was forced to take off Erling Haaland during the 2-1 defeat to England due to fitness issues. Solbakken&rsquo;s decision would have led to relief across the country, as the Three Lions were freed of the constant danger of Haaland. Of course, taking off Norway&rsquo;s all-time top goalscorer and [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Why Haaland Was Substituted Against England&mdash;Norway Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-haaland-was-substituted-against-england-norway-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-haaland-was-substituted-against-england-norway-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alvarez: Argentina Will Do Everything To Help Messi Win World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atletico Madrid striker Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez has declared that the Argentina squad will do everything to help Lionel Messi win another World Cup. &Aacute;lvarez made the emotional comments following Argentina&rsquo;s dramatic 3-1 quarter-final victory over Switzerland, in which he scored the decisive extra-time goal. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Messi Can Be Weakness Defensively For Argentina &ndash;Rooney [...]<br />
The post Alvarez: Argentina Will Do Everything To Help Messi Win World Cup 2026]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alvarez-argentina-will-do-everything-to-help-messi-win-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alvarez-argentina-will-do-everything-to-help-messi-win-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Galatasaray Reach Agreement With Burnley For Ugochukwu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray have reached an agreement with Sky Bet Championship side Burnley for the signing of Nigerian-born midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed that the two clubs have finalised the deal, with the midfielder now set to complete the formalities before being unveiled by the Istanbul giants. According to Romano, [...]<br />
The post Galatasaray Reach Agreement With Burnley For Ugochukwu appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/galatasaray-reach-agreement-with-burnley-for-ugochukwu/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/galatasaray-reach-agreement-with-burnley-for-ugochukwu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Can Be Weakness Defensively For Argentina  –Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney believes Lionel Messi can be a defensive liability for Argentina ahead of Wednesday&rsquo;s clash against England in the semi-final of the FIFA World Cup 2026. While serving as a pundit for the BBC Sport coverage of the 2026 World Cup, Rooney highlighted that Messi rarely tracks back to defend. Read [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Can Be Weakness Defensively For Argentina&ndash;Rooney appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-can-be-weakness-defensively-for-argentina-rooney/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-can-be-weakness-defensively-for-argentina-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Flying Eagles Coach  Takes Over At Sudan’s Al Ahli Madani]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aliyu Zubairu has been appointed new head coach of Sudanese club Al Ahli Madani on a two-year contract, Completesports.com reports. Zubairu was recently the head coach of Egyptian second division club Telecom SC. The 62-year-old takes over from Sudanese coach Farouk Jabra, who left the club following the expiration of his contract. Zubairu enjoyed an [...]<br />
The post Former Flying Eagles CoachTakes Over At Sudan&rsquo;s Al Ahli Madani appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/former-flying-eagles-coach-takes-over-at-sudans-al-ahli-madani/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/former-flying-eagles-coach-takes-over-at-sudans-al-ahli-madani/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Busari Praises Flamingos’ Display In Win Over Benin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has reflected on his side&rsquo;s qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup. Nigeria secured their place at the tournament after defeating Benin Republic&rsquo;s Young Amazons 5-3 in the second leg of their final qualifying round tie at the Stade de K&eacute;gu&eacute; in Lom&eacute; on Saturday. The Flamingos advanced [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Busari Praises Flamingos&rsquo; Display In Win Over Benin appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-busari-praises-flamingos-display-in-win-over-benin/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-busari-praises-flamingos-display-in-win-over-benin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Need To Get Better  –Kane Reacts After Win Against Norway]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane has disclosed that the team must step up the standard of their football against Argentina in the semi-final of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. A brace from Jude Bellingham ensured the Three Lions advanced to the semi-finals after Andreas Schjelderup had given St&aring;le Solbakken&rsquo;s men the lead with a dipping [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Need To Get Better&ndash;Kane Reacts After Win Against Norway appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-need-to-get-better-kane-reacts-after-win-against-norway/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-need-to-get-better-kane-reacts-after-win-against-norway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026:  Bellingham Dismisses Tuchel’s Criticism Of England’s Performance Against Norway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham praised England&rsquo;s fighting spirit and ability to &ldquo;win dirty&rdquo; after coach Thomas Tuchel criticized their performance in beating Norway on Saturday. The Three Lions came from a goal down to win 2-1 in extra time at Hard Rock Stadium as Bellingham scored twice to set up a semifinal showdown with Argentina, who beat [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026:Bellingham Dismisses Tuchel&rsquo;s Criticism Of England&rsquo;s Performance Against Norway appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-bellingham-dismisses-tuchels-criticism-of-englands-performance-against-norway/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-bellingham-dismisses-tuchels-criticism-of-englands-performance-against-norway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Legend Emerges As Leading Candidate For Senegal Coaching Job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has emerged as the leading candidate to become Senegal&rsquo;s next head coach following the team&rsquo;s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to French newspaper L&rsquo;Equipe (via Morocco World News), the Senegalese Football Federation has started planning for the future of the national team after its World Cup elimination, with [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Legend Emerges As Leading Candidate For Senegal Coaching Job appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-legend-emerges-as-leading-candidate-for-senegal-coaching-job/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-legend-emerges-as-leading-candidate-for-senegal-coaching-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Tuchel Slams England’s Performance Despite Win Against Norway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel admitted he was unimpressed with England&rsquo;s performance in their nervy 2-1 World Cup quarter-final win over Norway. After falling behind, Jude Bellingham&rsquo;s double put the Three Lions into just their third World Cup semi-final since 1966. Norway, who overcame Brazil in the previous round, provided a stern test and took the lead through [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Tuchel Slams England&rsquo;s Performance Despite Win Against Norway appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-tuchel-slams-englands-performance-despite-win-against-norway/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-tuchel-slams-englands-performance-despite-win-against-norway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Payne Relishes New Challenge At Inter Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne is excited with the opportunity to play for Serie A giants Inter Women. Payne joined the Nerazzurri from English Women&rsquo;s Super League, WSL, club Everton in a two-year deal on Saturday. The 31-year-old spent two years at Everton after arriving on a free transfer in 2024. Payne Ready For New [...]<br />
The post Payne Relishes New Challenge At Inter Milan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/payne-relishes-new-challenge-at-inter-milan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/payne-relishes-new-challenge-at-inter-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senegal Sack Head Coach Pape Thiaw After Disappointing World Cup Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has dismissed head coach Pape Thiaw along with his entire technical staff following the country&rsquo;s disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, bringing an abrupt end to his tenure in charge of the Lions of Teranga, Africa Soccer reports. The decision comes amid growing pressure from supporters and football stakeholders after [...]<br />
The post Senegal Sack Head Coach Pape Thiaw After Disappointing World Cup Campaign appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/senegal-sack-head-coach-pape-thiaw-after-disappointing-world-cup-campaign/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/senegal-sack-head-coach-pape-thiaw-after-disappointing-world-cup-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Argentina Overcome Switzerland After Extra Time, Set Up Semi-Final Clash Against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals, setting up a semifinal clash with England. Alexis Mac Allister, Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez, and Lautaro Mart&iacute;nez scored for Argentina, while Dan Ndoye scored for Switzerland. Switzerland played the entire extra time with 10 men. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Spain Capable Of Beating [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Argentina Overcome Switzerland After Extra Time, Set Up Semi-Final Clash Against Engla]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-overcome-switzerland-after-extra-time-set-up-semi-final-clash-against-england/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-overcome-switzerland-after-extra-time-set-up-semi-final-clash-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham Bags Brace, Equals Maradona’s World Cup Feat As England Overcome Norway To Reach Semifinals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham sent England into the World Cup semifinals with two goals as the Three Lions overturned a 1-0 deficit to seal a 2-1 extra-time win and end Norway hopes of a first-ever last four appearance in the tournament, ESPN reports. Bellingham became the first player to score back-to-back doubles in the knockout rounds of [...]<br />
The post Bellingham Bags Brace, Equals Maradona&rsquo;s World Cup Feat As England Overcome Norway To Reach Semifinals appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bellingham-bags-brace-equals-maradonas-world-cup-feat-as-england-overcome-norway-to-reach-semifinals/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 02:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bellingham-bags-brace-equals-maradonas-world-cup-feat-as-england-overcome-norway-to-reach-semifinals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Spain Capable Of Beating France  –De La Fuente]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has disclosed that he is completely convinced his squad will beat France in their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash. Recall that Spain advanced on a winning goal by substitute Mikel Merino in the 88th minute of the quarterfinals at SoFi Stadium. La Roja conceded its only goal of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Spain Capable Of Beating France&ndash;De La Fuente appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-capable-of-beating-france-de-la-fuente/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-capable-of-beating-france-de-la-fuente/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Noskova Outclasses Muchova To Win Wimbledon Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Czech youngster Linda Noskova was at her best form as she recovered from missing five championship points to beat Karolina Muchova in Saturday&rsquo;s Wimbledon final. The 21-year-old ninth seed blew five championship points in the second set before holding her nerve to secure a 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 victory and her maiden Grand Slam trophy. Read [...]<br />
The post Noskova Outclasses Muchova To Win Wimbledon Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/noskova-outclasses-muchova-to-win-wimbledon-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/noskova-outclasses-muchova-to-win-wimbledon-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Federation Cup: El-Kanemi Warriors Beat Ikorodu City To Win Fourth Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[El-Kanemi Warriors were crowned champions of the 2026 President Federation Cup after edging Ikorodu City 1-0 in a tense final at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, on Saturday. The decisive moment came in the 13th minute when Muktar Ismail calmly converted from the penalty spot, a goal that ultimately separated the two sides in a [...]<br />
The post President Federation Cup: El-Kanemi Warriors Beat Ikorodu City To Win Fourth Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-el-kanemi-warriors-beat-ikorodu-city-to-win-fourth-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 20:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-el-kanemi-warriors-beat-ikorodu-city-to-win-fourth-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Norway Must Learn To Control Possession Against England  –Ajer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway defender Kristoffer Ajer has disclosed that the squad will approach their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final clash against England with a Brentford mentality, a mix of humility, collective spirit, and taking each match one step at a time. Despite being considered the underdogs against the tournament favorites, the Norwegian camp is riding high on [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Norway Must Learn To Control Possession Against England&ndash;Ajer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-must-learn-to-control-possession-against-england-ajer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-must-learn-to-control-possession-against-england-ajer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flamingos Edge Benin To Book Place At 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos have qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup after securing a thrilling 5-3 victory over Benin Republic at the Stade de K&eacute;gu&eacute; in Lom&eacute; on Saturday. Akeem Busari&rsquo;s side advanced 8-5 on aggregate, having won the first leg of the final qualifying round 3-2 in Ikenne. The Flamingos made a bright [...]<br />
The post Flamingos Edge Benin To Book Place At 2026 U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flamingos-edge-benin-to-book-place-at-2026-u-17-womens-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flamingos-edge-benin-to-book-place-at-2026-u-17-womens-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Considering Re-signing Former Gunners Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are interested in re-signing Dinos Mavropanos after the Greece international was relegated with West Ham. Mavropanos, 28, is wanted by several clubs and could be sold as part of a fire sale at the London Stadium. The defender is no stranger to the Gunners, who bought him from Greek club PAS Giannina for &pound;1.8million [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Considering Re-signing Former Gunners Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-considering-re-signing-former-gunners-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-considering-re-signing-former-gunners-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Kano Pillars Unveil New Technical Adviser Ogunmodede]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kano Pillars have unveiled their new technical adviser Daniel Ogunmodede, Completesports.com reports. The 46-year-old was unveiled at the club&rsquo;s secretariat by Chairman Ahmad Musbahu Garo on Saturday. The Sai Masu Gida recently appointed the young tactician as their new technical adviser, replacing Mohammed Babaganaru, who guided the club to safety last season. &ldquo;We are delighted [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Kano Pillars Unveil New Technical Adviser Ogunmodede appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kano-pillars-unveil-new-technical-adviser-ogunmodede/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kano-pillars-unveil-new-technical-adviser-ogunmodede/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benitez: Iraola Has Slight Edge Over Alonso In Premier League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Real Madrid manager Rafael Benitez believes newly appointed Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has an edge over Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso because of his established Premier League experience. While Benitez praised Alonso&rsquo;s tactical intelligence and success at Bayer Leverkusen, he noted that Iraola&rsquo;s prior three-year stint at Bournemouth makes his transition to a massive club [...]<br />
The post Benitez: Iraola Has Slight Edge Over Alonso In Premier League appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/benitez-iraola-has-slight-edge-over-alonso-in-premier-league/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/benitez-iraola-has-slight-edge-over-alonso-in-premier-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garnacho Absent From Chelsea Pre-season Training]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alejandro Garnacho has not joined up with the Chelsea squad for pre-season as the Premier League club actively look to sell the winger, BBC Sport reports. Chelsea began pre-season training on Thursday for those members of the first-team squad not at the World Cup, but Garnacho was absent from the sessions at Cobham. The situation [...]<br />
The post Garnacho Absent From Chelsea Pre-season Training appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/garnacho-absent-from-chelsea-pre-season-training/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/garnacho-absent-from-chelsea-pre-season-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Argentina Must Show Grit Against Switzerland  –Scaloni]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has disclosed that the team must show more grit if they are to defeat Switzerland in the quarter-final of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The defending champions are facing resilient opposition in Kansas City but remain driven by their head coach&rsquo;s emotional call for total devotion and fighting spirit. Read Also:World [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Argentina Must Show Grit Against Switzerland&ndash;Scaloni appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-must-show-grit-against-switzerland-scaloni/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-must-show-grit-against-switzerland-scaloni/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Falcons Midfielder Payne Joins Inter Milan On Two-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons midfield star Toni Payne has left Everton and joined Inter Milan on a two-year deal. Inter announced the signing in a statement released on their official website on Saturday. &ldquo;Internazionale Milano announces the arrival of Antionette Oyedupe &ldquo;Toni&rdquo; Payne at the Nerazzurri. The Nigerian striker, born in 1995, has signed a contract with [...]<br />
The post Super Falcons Midfielder Payne Joins Inter Milan On Two-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-midfielder-payne-joins-inter-milan-on-two-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-falcons-midfielder-payne-joins-inter-milan-on-two-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wolves Turn Down Fiorentina Bid For Arokodare]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wolverhampton Wanderers have turned down an approach from Serie A club Fiorentina for Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Romano also disclosed that Turkish Super Lig outfit Trabzonspor have submitted a proposal for the forward, but the player is not interested in joining the Black Sea Storm. &ldquo;Understand Fiorentina had a [...]<br />
The post Wolves Turn Down Fiorentina Bid For Arokodare appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wolves-turn-down-fiorentina-bid-for-arokodare/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wolves-turn-down-fiorentina-bid-for-arokodare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa Midfield Star Dies Just Weeks After Featuring At 2026 World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup, BBC Sport reports. Adams featured in all three of South Africa&rsquo;s group games at the tournament, where they reached the knockout stages before losing to co-hosts Canada in the [...]<br />
The post South Africa Midfield Star Dies Just Weeks After Featuring At 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africa-midfield-star-dies-just-weeks-after-featuring-at-2026-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africa-midfield-star-dies-just-weeks-after-featuring-at-2026-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Of The Best: All 100 Participants In 1xCup 2026 Are Known]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s biggest grassroots event kicks off on July 23. The application period has officially closed, and 1xBet has announced the 100 teams that will compete in the new 1xCup season. Experienced teams, already accustomed to the pressure of big matches, and daring newcomers will fight for the title and generous prize money. All the participants [...]<br />
The post Best Of The Best: All 100 Participants In 1xCup 2026 Are Known appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-of-the-best-all-100-participants-in-1xcup-2026-are-known/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-of-the-best-all-100-participants-in-1xcup-2026-are-known/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Federation Cup: Nasarawa Amazons Beat Heartland Queens On Penalties To Win Women’s Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nasarawa Amazons were crowned champions of the 2026 Nigeria Women&rsquo;s President Federation Cup after edging Heartland Queens 6-5 on penalties in a thrilling final at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba on Saturday. The victory earned the Lafia-based club their third President Federation Cup title, adding to their previous triumphs in 2005 and 2019. Heartland Queens, [...]<br />
The post President Federation Cup: Nasarawa Amazons Beat Heartland Queens On Penalties To Win Women&rsquo;s Title appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-nasarawa-amazons-beat-heartland-queens-on-penalties-to-win-womens-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-nasarawa-amazons-beat-heartland-queens-on-penalties-to-win-womens-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Greatest Nigerian Performers In WAFCON History]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations will get under way in Morocco on Sunday, 26 July, with defending champions Nigeria aiming to capture a record-extending 11th continental title. Over the years, a host of Super Falcons stars have left an indelible mark on Africa&rsquo;s biggest women&rsquo;s football tournament, producing iconic performances and setting the [...]<br />
The post 10 Greatest Nigerian Performers In WAFCON History appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-greatest-nigerian-performers-in-wafcon-history/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-greatest-nigerian-performers-in-wafcon-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Busari Confident Flamingos Will Overcome Benin Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari is confident his team will book a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup despite a stern challenge from Benin Republic. Nigeria will face the Young Amazons in the second leg of their final qualifying round tie at the Stade de K&eacute;gu&eacute; in Lom&eacute; on Saturday (today). The [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Busari Confident Flamingos Will Overcome Benin Challenge appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-busari-confident-flamingos-will-overcome-benin-challenge/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-busari-confident-flamingos-will-overcome-benin-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Plumptre Laments Absence From Super Falcons Squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ashleigh Plumptre has expressed her disappointment after being left out of Nigeria&rsquo;s squad for the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. Head coach Justine Madugu unveiled his 25-player squad for the tournament on Friday, with Plumptre among the notable absentees. The versatile defender has been sidelined since March after suffering a foot injury while on [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Plumptre Laments Absence From Super Falcons Squad appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-plumptre-laments-absence-from-super-falcons-squad/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-plumptre-laments-absence-from-super-falcons-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Switzerland Will Sacrifice Everything To Beat Argentina  –Xhaka]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka has disclosed that the team will sacrifice everything to overcome Argentina in the quarter-final of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. While acknowledging the difficulty of stopping Lionel Messi, Xhaka stated that the Swiss squad is ready to push their limits and make historic strides to the semi-finals. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Switzerland Will Sacrifice Everything To Beat Argentina&ndash;Xhaka appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-switzerland-will-sacrifice-everything-to-beat-argentina-xhaka/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-switzerland-will-sacrifice-everything-to-beat-argentina-xhaka/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu Rangers Denies Simon’s Discrimination Claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Enugu Rangers, have denied claims by Super Eagles winger Moses Simon that he was not given a contract after a three-month trial because he was not Igbo. Simon, who currently plays for French Ligue 1 club Paris FC, made the claim in an interview with UrbanDwellSport. The 30-year-old disclosed [...]<br />
The post Enugu Rangers Denies Simon&rsquo;s Discrimination Claim appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/enugu-rangers-denies-simons-discrimination-claim/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/enugu-rangers-denies-simons-discrimination-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Spain Not Afraid Of France  –Yamal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has disclosed that Spain has no fear of France ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash in Dallas. The teenage superstar made this known after Spain&rsquo;s dramatic 2-1 quarter-final victory over Belgium in Los Angeles on Friday. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Ten Hag Distances Self From Replacing Koeman As [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Spain Not Afraid Of France&ndash;Yamal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-not-afraid-of-france-yamal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-not-afraid-of-france-yamal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fredrick Delighted With New Brentford Deal, Eyes Premier League Debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benjamin Fredrick has expressed his delight after signing a new four-year contract with Brentford and earning promotion to the club&rsquo;s first-team squad. The Premier League club announced on Friday that the Nigeria international has signed a new long-term contract, committing his future to the Bees. Fredrick also reserved special praise for his former Brentford B [...]<br />
The post Fredrick Delighted With New Brentford Deal, Eyes Premier League Debut appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fredrick-delighted-with-new-brentford-deal-eyes-premier-league-debut/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fredrick-delighted-with-new-brentford-deal-eyes-premier-league-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Venezia Reach Agreement With Sevilla For Adams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serie A club Venezia have reached an agreement with Sevilla to sign Super Eagles striker Akor Adams, Completesports.com reports. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Sevilla will receive a &euro;16 million transfer fee for the Nigeria international. The Spanish club turned down earlier bids from Venezia before the Serie A side returned with an improved [...]<br />
The post Venezia Reach Agreement With Sevilla For Adams appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/venezia-reach-agreement-with-sevilla-for-adams/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 04:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/venezia-reach-agreement-with-sevilla-for-adams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juventus confirm interest in Villa goalkeeper Martinez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Juventus sporting director Giovanni Carnevali has confirmed the club are interested in a move for Emiliano Martinez, while the signings of Brahim Diaz, Franck Kessie and Theo Hernandez are less likely.<br />
Martinez, who is currently representing Argentina at the World Cup, was set to leave Villa ahead of the 2025-26 season, with Manchester United reportedly interested at the time.<br />
However, the goalkeeper stayed at Villa Park and helped them win the Europa League and secure fourth place in the Premie]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/juventus-confirm-interest-in-villa-goalkeeper-martinez/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/juventus-confirm-interest-in-villa-goalkeeper-martinez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘If anyone should be afraid, it’s France’, claims Yamal ahead of huge semi-final clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lamine Yamal believes France should be more worried than Spain ahead of their titanic World Cup semi-final tussle.<br />
La Roja booked their place in the last four with a 2-1 victory over Belgium in Los Angeles, with Mikel Merino coming off the bench to score the decisive goal again.<br />
Spain have reached the semi-finals of the World Cup for only the second time after 2010, when they went on to win the tournament in South Africa.<br />
They have also set the outright longest unbeaten run in their history, now]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/if-anyone-should-be-afraid-its-france-claims-yamal-ahead-of-huge-semi-final-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/if-anyone-should-be-afraid-its-france-claims-yamal-ahead-of-huge-semi-final-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Casillas: Relationship with Mourinho like a marriage that ended badly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iker Casillas has described his relationship with Jose Mourinho at the end of their time together at Real Madrid as "a marriage that ended badly".<br />
Mourinho has been reappointed as Los Blancos' head coach this summer, having previously taken charge of the club for three seasons between 2010 and 2013.<br />
During that time, Madrid won La Liga, the Copa del Rey and the Supercopa de Espana once each, as they rivalled Pep Guardiola's Barcelona.<br />
Los Blancos' league win under Mourinho marked the first time]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/casillas-relationship-with-mourinho-like-a-marriage-that-ended-badly/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/casillas-relationship-with-mourinho-like-a-marriage-that-ended-badly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026:  Merino Strikes Late Again As Spain Edge Out Belgium, Set Up Semifinal Clash With France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal star Mikel Merino was the match winner once again as his late strike for Spain helped them to a 2-1 win against Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal on Friday. With two minutes left in the game Merino, who was the match winner in the round of 16 against Portugal, pounced on [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026:Merino Strikes Late Again As Spain Edge Out Belgium, Set Up Semifinal Clash With France appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-merino-strikes-late-again-as-spain-edge-out-belgium-set-up-semifinal-clash-with-france/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-merino-strikes-late-again-as-spain-edge-out-belgium-set-up-semifinal-clash-with-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enugu Rangers Refused To Sign Me Because I Was Not Igbo  —Super Eagles Star Simon Claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles and Paris FC winger Moses Simon has alleged that he was denied the opportunity to sign for Enugu Rangers early in his football career because he was not igbo. Simon, who made the claim in an interview with UrbanDwellSport, revealed that he spent three months training with the Flying Antelopes and believed he [...]<br />
The post Enugu Rangers Refused To Sign Me Because I Was Not Igbo&mdash;Super Eagles Star Simon Claims appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/enugu-rangers-refused-to-sign-me-because-i-was-not-igbo-super-eagles-star-simon-claims/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/enugu-rangers-refused-to-sign-me-because-i-was-not-igbo-super-eagles-star-simon-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brentford Reward Fredrick With New Contract, First-Team Promotion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick has been promoted to Brentford&rsquo;s first-team squad ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season. The 21-year-old has also committed his future to the Bees by signing a new four-year contract, with the club holding the option to extend the deal by a further 12 months. Fredrick initially joined Brentford B [...]<br />
The post Brentford Reward Fredrick With New Contract, First-Team Promotion appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brentford-reward-fredrick-with-new-contract-first-team-promotion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brentford-reward-fredrick-with-new-contract-first-team-promotion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ten Hag Distances Self From Replacing Koeman As Netherlands Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has officially ruled himself out of the running to replace Ronald Koeman as the Netherlands head coach. Ten Hag cited his complete commitment to his current two-year project as the technical director at FC Twente. Read Also:World Cup 2026: &lsquo;When It&rsquo;s Mbappe, There&rsquo;s No Problem&rsquo; &ndash;Deschamps Lauds Le [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ten Hag Distances Self From Replacing Koeman As Netherlands Coach appeared first on Complete S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ten-hag-distances-self-from-replacing-koeman-as-netherlands-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ten-hag-distances-self-from-replacing-koeman-as-netherlands-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salmon joins West Ham from fellow WSL side Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham have bolstered their attacking options ahead of the 2026-27 Women's Super League season with the addition of Ebony Salmon from West Ham.&nbsp;<br />
Salmon links up with West Ham following her exit from fellow WSL side Aston Villa, and has put pen to paper on a two-year deal with the Hammers.&nbsp;<br />
The 25-year-old joined Villa from the Houston Dash and went on to make 58 league appearances for the club, scoring nine&nbsp;goals as well as providing three assists.&nbsp;<br />
She has also made four a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salmon-joins-west-ham-from-fellow-wsl-side-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salmon-joins-west-ham-from-fellow-wsl-side-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Milan strengthen defence with Gila signing]]></title><description><![CDATA[AC Milan have announced the signing of defender Mario Gila from Lazio.<br />
The 25-year-old has put pen to paper on&nbsp;a five-year deal with the Rossoneri after a reported &euro;30m fee was agreed between the two Serie A clubs.<br />
Gila joined Lazio from Real Madrid ahead of the 2022-23 season and went on to make 120 appearances for the Italian side, helping them reach the Coppa Italia final last term.<br />
The Spaniard won the most tackles (68) among Lazio players over the last two Serie A seasons, while h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/milan-strengthen-defence-with-gila-signing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/milan-strengthen-defence-with-gila-signing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madugu Unveils Super Falcons Final Squad For WAFCON 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons of Nigeria head coach Justin Madugu has unveiled his final 25 players for the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The final squad, which is dominated by the WAFCON 2024 winning squad, was posted on the Super Falcons official X handle today (Friday). Among the players who made the cut [...]<br />
The post Madugu Unveils Super Falcons Final Squad For WAFCON 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/madugu-unveils-super-falcons-final-squad-for-wafcon-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/madugu-unveils-super-falcons-final-squad-for-wafcon-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian  Striker Joins Norwegian Club Lillestrøm On Four-Year Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norwegian club Lillestr&oslash;m have announced the signing of Nigerian youngster Seun Akanji on a permanent transfer, Completesports.com reports. Akanji arrived at Lillestr&oslash;m on trial one and a half years ago, with the Birds securing an option to sign him once he turned 18. Akanji Eager To Impress At Lillestr&oslash;m The forward is hopeful of a [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: NigerianStriker Joins Norwegian Club Lillestr&oslash;m On Four-Year Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-norwegian-club-lillestrm-on-four-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-norwegian-club-lillestrm-on-four-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Edwards Steps Away as Liverpool Faces Another Period of Change]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool are facing fresh uncertainty behind the scenes after Michael Edwards decided to step down from his role as Fenway Sports Group&rsquo;s chief executive of football.<br />
His departure comes just two years into a three-year contract and marks another major change at a time when the club is already navigating significant shifts in its football structure.<br />
Why Edwards Decided to Leave<br />
The main factor behind Edwards&rsquo; exit appears to be frustration over the lack of progress in FSG&rsquo;s ef]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/michael-edwards-steps-away-as-liverpool-faces-another-period-of-change/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/michael-edwards-steps-away-as-liverpool-faces-another-period-of-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hayen appointed as new Burnley head coach on three-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nicky Hayen has been announced as Burnley's new head coach after penning a three-year deal at Turf Moor on Friday.&nbsp;<br />
Hayen, who arrives from Belgian Pro League side Genk, replaces Scott Parker after he left the Clarets by mutual consent in April.&nbsp;<br />
Michael Jackson took interim charge of the Clarets, but their Premier League relegation had already been confirmed by that point and they ultimately finished 19th in the table.&nbsp;<br />
Burnley failed to win any of their last 15 Premier League ho]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hayen-appointed-as-new-burnley-head-coach-on-three-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hayen-appointed-as-new-burnley-head-coach-on-three-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mané Has Not Retired From International Football  —French Sports Publication L’Équipe]]></title><description><![CDATA[French sports newspaper L&rsquo;&Eacute;quipe has reported that Sadio Man&eacute; has not retired from international football. The French sports outlet said that a fake statement circulating on social media announced the Senegal star&rsquo;s retirement, suggesting that the rumor originated from an AI-generated letter that was mistakenly republished by several media outlets. Among them was beIN Sports, [...]<br />
The post Man&eacute; Has Not Retired From International Football&mdash;French Sports Publ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-has-not-retired-from-international-football-french-sports-publication-lquipe/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-has-not-retired-from-international-football-french-sports-publication-lquipe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“I think Xabi is very clever” – Rafa Benitez on new Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso (Video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Xabi Alonso has a difficult task of getting Chelsea back towards the top of the Premier League table, and Rafa Benitez thinks his compatriot has what it takes to succeed at Stamford Bridge.<br />
Benitez coached Alonso during his days at Liverpool, when the Merseysiders achieved the famous &ldquo;miracle of Istanbul&rdquo; in the 2005 Champions League final, as well as at Real Madrid a few years later.&ldquo;Chelsea is NOT easy, but I think he can do well&rdquo;Rafa Benitez can see Xabi Alonso turning]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-think-xabi-is-very-clever-rafa-benitez-on-new-chelsea-boss-xabi-alonso-video/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-think-xabi-is-very-clever-rafa-benitez-on-new-chelsea-boss-xabi-alonso-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kylian Mbappe scores superb goal in France World Cup quarter-final triumph over Morocco (Video)]]></title><description><![CDATA[France booked a place in the World Cup semi-finals by beating Morocco 2-0, with Kylian Mbappe scoring this wonderful opener and assisting Ousmane Dembele for the second.pic.twitter.com/W8Dm7fRoi1<br />
&mdash; WC Vault (@WCVault) July 9, 2026The post Kylian Mbappe scores superb goal in France World Cup quarter-final triumph over Morocco (Video) appeared first on SoccerNews.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kylian-mbappe-scores-superb-goal-in-france-world-cup-quarter-final-triumph-over-morocco-video/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kylian-mbappe-scores-superb-goal-in-france-world-cup-quarter-final-triumph-over-morocco-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benitez confident Iraola will succeed at ‘massive club’ Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rafael Benitez is confident Liverpool's supporters will rally around Andoni Iraola as he prepares to take charge at Anfield.<br />
Iraola was announced as Arne Slot's successor in June, signing a two-year contract after three&nbsp;successful seasons in the Premier League with Bournemouth.&nbsp;<br />
The 44-year-old replaced Slot just over 12 months after the Dutchman led the Reds to their record-equalling 20th top-flight title, but his second campaign was far from pretty.&nbsp;<br />
Liverpool spent &pound;450m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/benitez-confident-iraola-will-succeed-at-massive-club-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/benitez-confident-iraola-will-succeed-at-massive-club-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Uganda’s Nabadda Named Referee For Benin vs Flamingos]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ugandan official Shamirah Nabadda as the centre referee for Saturday&rsquo;s 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup final qualifying round second-leg clash between Benin Republic and Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos. Malian official Fanta Idrissa Kone will serve as the first assistant referee, while Fides Bangurambona of Burundi has been named [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Uganda&rsquo;s Nabadda Named Referee For Benin vs Flamingos appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-ugandas-nabadda-named-referee-for-benin-vs-flamingos/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-ugandas-nabadda-named-referee-for-benin-vs-flamingos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Sack Ancelotti Now  -Brazil Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazilian legend Rom&aacute;rio has called for the immediate dismissal of national team manager Carlo Ancelotti, labeling Brazil&rsquo;s early FIFA World Cup 2026 exit to Norway as a disgrace and an embarrassment. He strongly criticized Ancelotti&rsquo;s tactical choices and demanded that the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) terminate his contract. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Troost-Ekong Tips England [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Sack Ancelotti Now-Brazil Legend appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sack-ancelotti-now-brazil-legend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sack-ancelotti-now-brazil-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edwards Steps Down As CEO Of Football At Liverpool Owners FSG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Edwards has left his position as Chief Executive Officer of Football for Fenway Sports Group (FSG), Liverpool&rsquo;s ownership group. He departed two years into a three-year contract, prompted by frustration over FSG&rsquo;s failure to acquire a second European club to form a multi-club model. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Yamal&rsquo;s Best Yet To Come &ndash;Spain [...]<br />
The post Edwards Steps Down As CEO Of Football At Liverpool Owners FSG appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/edwards-steps-down-as-ceo-of-football-at-liverpool-owners-fsg/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/edwards-steps-down-as-ceo-of-football-at-liverpool-owners-fsg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japan Donates Training Equipment To Badminton Federation Of Nigeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Badminton Association of Japan donated training equipment to the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) under Japan&rsquo;s Sport for Tomorrow initiative. The National Sports Commission (NSC) disclosed this on their X handle on Friday. The presentation, held at the Package B Indoor Sports Hall of the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, brought together the Chairman [...]<br />
The post Japan Donates Training Equipment To Badminton Federation Of Nigeria appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/japan-donates-training-equipment-to-badminton-federation-of-nigeria/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/japan-donates-training-equipment-to-badminton-federation-of-nigeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Completes FC Midtjylland Move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian youngster Ikenna Prosper Ude-Chukwu has completed a move to Danish Superliga club FC Midtjylland from FC Ebedei. The 19-year-old defender will initially feature for FC Midtjylland&rsquo;s U-19 side as he begins his development with the club, with the aim of progressing to the senior team. Ude-Chukwu Happy With Move Ude-Chukwu expressed his delight after [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Completes FC Midtjylland Move appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-completes-fc-midtjylland-move/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-completes-fc-midtjylland-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria Secures Hosting Rights  For 2027 Africa Beach Games  Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has added another major continental event to it&rsquo;s growing international sports calendar after securing the hosting rights for the 2027 Africa Beach Games Championship. This was confirmed in a statement by the National Sports Commission (NSC) on their official X handle on Friday. &ldquo;The hosting rights were announced by the President of the Association [...]<br />
The post Nigeria Secures Hosting RightsFor 2027 Africa Beach GamesChampionship appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-secures-hosting-rights-for-2027-africa-beach-games-championship/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigeria-secures-hosting-rights-for-2027-africa-beach-games-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Arsenal Star Questioned By Police Over Money Laundering Involving Organised Drug Traffickers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samir Nasri was reportedly taken into custody in connection with a money laundering case involving alleged organised drug traffickers. French publication Le Parisien (via talkSPORT) claims that the former Arsenal and Manchester City star spent ten hours in custody before being released on Thursday. The report adds that the 39-year-old was released on the evening [...]<br />
The post Ex-Arsenal Star Questioned By Police Over Money Laundering Involving Organised Drug Traffickers appeared first on Comple]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-arsenal-star-questioned-by-police-over-money-laundering-involving-organised-drug-traffickers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-arsenal-star-questioned-by-police-over-money-laundering-involving-organised-drug-traffickers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Youngster Set To Join French Club Stade Reims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian youngster John Otomewo is on the verge of sealing a move to French club Stade Reims, Completesports.com reports. According to m.sport5.co.il, Hapoel Jerusalem have reached agreement with Stade Reims on the sale of Otomewo. The Reds will receive &euro;1.6 million from the Ligue 2 club for the 19-year-old midfielder. Read Also:Super Eagles Defender Pens [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Youngster Set To Join French Club Stade Reims appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-youngster-set-to-join-french-club-stade-reims/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-youngster-set-to-join-french-club-stade-reims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mane Announces Retirement From International Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal legend Sadio Man&eacute; has announced his retirement from international football, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable 14-year career with the Lions of Teranga. The 34-year-old confirmed his decision in a statement published by Le Quotidien (via Citi Sports) on Friday, just days after Senegal&rsquo;s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 3-2 [...]<br />
The post Mane Announces Retirement From International Football appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mane-announces-retirement-from-international-football/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mane-announces-retirement-from-international-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Defender Pens New Four-Year Deal With KRC Genk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian defender Christian Akpan has signed a new four-year contract with Belgian Pro League club KRC Genk, Completesports.com reports. The new deal will keep the versatile defender at the Cegeka Arena until 2030, underlining the club&rsquo;s faith in his long-term potential. Akpan joined Genk in 2023 and steadily rose through the club&rsquo;s youth ranks before [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Defender Pens New Four-Year Deal With KRC Genk appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-defender-pens-new-four-year-deal-with-krc-genk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-defender-pens-new-four-year-deal-with-krc-genk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best-Kept Secret Of The World Cup Quarterfinals: Why Joining iLOTBET Today Could Get You A ₦150M Mansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Right now, the entire planet is fixated on the FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals. People are losing sleep over tactical lineups, debating referee decisions, and biting their nails down to the quick. But while the average fan is completely distracted by the drama on the pitch, a small, smart group of players is quietly executing a [...]<br />
The post The Best-Kept Secret Of The World Cup Quarterfinals: Why Joining iLOTBET Today Could Get You A &#8358;150M Mansion appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-best-kept-secret-of-the-world-cup-quarterfinals-why-joining-ilotbet-today-could-get-you-a-150m-mansion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-best-kept-secret-of-the-world-cup-quarterfinals-why-joining-ilotbet-today-could-get-you-a-150m-mansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Yamal’s Best Yet To Come  –Spain Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain&rsquo;s manager Luis de la Fuente has warned that Lamine Yamal&rsquo;s best form is still yet to come ahead of their crucial World Cup quarter-final showdown against Belgium in Los Angeles. While the teenage sensation has been a constant threat, De la Fuente noted that the attacking brilliance he expects from Yamal has not yet [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Yamal&rsquo;s Best Yet To Come&ndash;Spain Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-yamals-best-yet-to-come-spain-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-yamals-best-yet-to-come-spain-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Troost-Ekong Tips England To Beat Norway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international William Troost-Ekong has predicted that England will overcome Norway in tomorrow&rsquo;s quarter-final clash in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. The encounter is expected to take place at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday evening in Miami. Road To Quarter-Final Stages Recall that England secured their spot in the last eight with a [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Troost-Ekong Tips England To Beat Norway appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-troost-ekong-tips-england-to-beat-norway/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-troost-ekong-tips-england-to-beat-norway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Winger Renews Contract With Bulgarian Club Botev Plodiv]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian winger Samuel Kalu has signed a new contract with Bulgarian club Botev Plovdiv, committing his future to the Yellow and Blacks until 2029. Kalu had been heavily linked with a move away from the club, with fellow Bulgarian outfit Levski Sofia and several Swiss clubs reportedly monitoring his situation. Botev Plovdiv have, however, moved [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Winger Renews Contract With Bulgarian Club Botev Plodiv appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-winger-renews-contract-with-bulgarian-club-botev-plodiv/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-winger-renews-contract-with-bulgarian-club-botev-plodiv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Broos Quits As South Africa Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hugo Broos has confirmed that his time as Bafana Bafana head coach has come to an end after more than five years in charge. The 74-year-old Belgian has, however, revealed that he could remain involved with the South African Football Association (SAFA) in an advisory or scouting role. Broos took charge of Bafana Bafana in [...]<br />
The post Broos Quits As South Africa Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/broos-quits-as-south-africa-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/broos-quits-as-south-africa-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We Had Little To Fear From Morocco  —France Midfielder Rabiot]]></title><description><![CDATA[France midfielder Adrien Rabiot took a swipe at Morocco after Les Bleus&rsquo; FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final victory, saying the team &ldquo;had little to fear&rdquo; from the opposition, who struggled to pose a threat in possession during the 2-0 win in Boston on Thursday. Morocco managed just five shots compared to France&rsquo;s 22, with only [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We Had Little To Fear From Morocco&mdash;France Midfielder Rabiot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-had-little-to-fear-from-morocco-france-midfielder-rabiot/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-had-little-to-fear-from-morocco-france-midfielder-rabiot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Morocco Boss Ouahbi Concedes France Deserved Victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi conceded that France were worthy winners in their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final encounter. The Atlas Lions fell 2-0 to Didier Deschamps&rsquo; side at the Boston Stadium on Thursday night. Kylian Mbappe recovered from a first-half penalty miss to score his eighth goal of the finals, before setting up Ousmane [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Morocco Boss Ouahbi Concedes France Deserved Victory appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-boss-ouahbi-concedes-france-deserved-victory/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-boss-ouahbi-concedes-france-deserved-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘When It’s Mbappe, There’s No Problem’  –Deschamps Lauds Le Bleus Star’s Goal Against Morocco]]></title><description><![CDATA[France coach Didier Deschamps has praised Kylian Mbapp&eacute; for his unwavering self-belief after he scored his eighth goal of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that the Real Madrid star atoned for a missed penalty in the first half as he netted a brilliant goal against the Atlas Lions of Morocco in the quarter-final of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;When It&rsquo;s Mbappe, There&rsquo;s No Problem&rsquo;&ndash;Deschamps Lauds Le Bleus Star&rsquo;s Goal Against Morocco appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-when-its-mbappe-theres-no-problem-deschamps-lauds-le-bleus-stars-goal-against-morocco/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-when-its-mbappe-theres-no-problem-deschamps-lauds-le-bleus-stars-goal-against-morocco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Sundowns Defender Hails Okon, Mbokazi’s Standout Performances For South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mamelodi Sundowns defender Grant Kekana has heaped praise on the South African duo of Ime Okon and Mbekezeli Mbokazi for their standout performances at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that Okon and Mbokazi were ever-present in the Bafana Bafana defence, where they played a key role in helping the team secure its first-ever round [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Sundowns Defender Hails Okon, Mbokazi&rsquo;s Standout Performances For South Africa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sundowns-defender-hails-okon-mbokazis-standout-performances-for-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sundowns-defender-hails-okon-mbokazis-standout-performances-for-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: France Outclass Morocco To Seal Semifinal Spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Second half strikes from Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele earned France a 2-0 win against Morocco in the first quarter of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday. Mbappe has now tied Argentina captain Lionel Messi on eight goals in the tournament. The French team also accounted for Morocco&rsquo;s ouster at the 2022 World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: France Outclass Morocco To Seal Semifinal Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-outclass-morocco-to-seal-semifinal-spot/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-outclass-morocco-to-seal-semifinal-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: It’s A Special Game  –Haaland Speaks Ahead Norway Vs England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway striker Erling Haaland has claimed that all the pressure is on England ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final tie in Miami. The Norwegian striker dubbed Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s squad one of the clear favourites to win the tournament. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Why Kane Will Outshine Haaland &ndash;Rogers Ahead of the highly-anticipated clash [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: It&rsquo;s A Special Game&ndash;Haaland Speaks Ahead Norway Vs England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-a-special-game-haaland-speaks-ahead-norway-vs-england/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-a-special-game-haaland-speaks-ahead-norway-vs-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Storm Lomé for Benin Rematch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos have arrived in Lom&eacute;, Togo, ahead of Saturday&rsquo;s decisive 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup final qualifying round second-leg clash against Benin Republic&rsquo;s Young Amazons. The players and officials landed safely at the Gnassingb&eacute; Eyad&eacute;ma International Airport on Friday, and later checked into the prestigious H&ocirc;tel Le P&eacute;lican, where they will be based [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Storm Lom&eacute; for Benin Rematch]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-flamingos-storm-lom-for-benin-rematch/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-flamingos-storm-lom-for-benin-rematch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: France Have Enough Quality To Overcome Morocco  –Petit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has predicted that France will defeat Morocco in tonight&rsquo;s quarter-final of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that Les Bleus pipped Paraguay in the round of 16 to get to this stage while Morocco thrashed Canada 3-0 as well. It sets up an exciting rematch of the 2022 World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: France Have Enough Quality To Overcome Morocco&ndash;Petit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-have-enough-quality-to-overcome-morocco-petit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-have-enough-quality-to-overcome-morocco-petit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keller: Balogun Will Make A Return To Premier League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Tottenham goalkeeper Kasey Keller has tipped USMNT star Folarin Balogun to make a return to the Premier League after his impressive performance at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Balogun has been heavily linked with a move away from AS Monaco, and the developments have drawn significant interest from clubs in Europe. Read Also:Barcelona Submit [...]<br />
The post Keller: Balogun Will Make A Return To Premier League appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/keller-balogun-will-make-a-return-to-premier-league/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/keller-balogun-will-make-a-return-to-premier-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OGC Nice Chief Gives Fresh Update On Moffi’s Future]]></title><description><![CDATA[OGC Nice sporting director Roger Ricort has confirmed that Terem Moffi is expected to leave the Ligue 1 club on a permanent transfer this summer, Completesports.com reports. Moffi spent the second half of last season on loan at Portuguese champions FC Porto after falling out of favour at Nice. The Nigeria international sought a move [...]<br />
The post OGC Nice Chief Gives Fresh Update On Moffi&rsquo;s Future appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ogc-nice-chief-gives-fresh-update-on-moffis-future/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ogc-nice-chief-gives-fresh-update-on-moffis-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Sign French Goalkeeper Meslier From Leeds United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have announced the signing of French goalkeeper Illan Meslier from Leeds United on a two-year deal, after being released by the club last week. Meslier is expected to join as third-choice goalkeeper having spent seven seasons at Leeds. &ldquo;We can confirm the arrival of experienced goalkeeper Illan Meslier to the club,&rdquo; Arsenal wrote in [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Sign French Goalkeeper Meslier From Leeds United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-sign-french-goalkeeper-meslier-from-leeds-united/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-sign-french-goalkeeper-meslier-from-leeds-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trabzonspor Near Agreement With Wolves For Arokodare]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tolu Arokodare is on the verge of completing a loan move to Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor from Wolverhampton Wanderers, reports Completesports.com. According to Turkish outlet Takagazete, Trabzonspor and Wolves are in the final stages of negotiations, with the Premier League club insisting that the Black Sea Storm cover the striker&rsquo;s full annual salary of [...]<br />
The post Trabzonspor Near Agreement With Wolves For Arokodare appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-near-agreement-with-wolves-for-arokodare/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-near-agreement-with-wolves-for-arokodare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AC Milan Boss Amorim Rules Out Summer Exit For Chukwueze]]></title><description><![CDATA[AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim has confirmed that Samuel Chukwueze will remain at the club for the 2026/27 season, putting an end to speculation over the Nigerian winger&rsquo;s future. Chukwueze spent the 2025/26 campaign on loan at Premier League side Fulham, where he contributed three goals and four assists in 26 appearances across all competitions. [...]<br />
The post AC Milan Boss Amorim Rules Out Summer Exit For Chukwueze appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ac-milan-boss-amorim-rules-out-summer-exit-for-chukwueze/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ac-milan-boss-amorim-rules-out-summer-exit-for-chukwueze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Manchester City Star Backs England To Win World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester City star Gareth Barry has backed England to win the FIFA World Cup 2026. He made this known on the backdrop of the Three Lions&rsquo; thrilling 3-2 victory against Mexico at the Estadio Azteca in the round of 16 of the tournament. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Why Kane Will Outshine Haaland &ndash;Rogers In [...]<br />
The post Ex-Manchester City Star Backs England To Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-manchester-city-star-backs-england-to-win-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-manchester-city-star-backs-england-to-win-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Morocco Suffer Major Injury Blow Ahead Quarterfinal Clash With France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco will be without key player Ismael Saibari as they try to avenge their defeat by France in the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup. Saibari scored in each of his side&rsquo;s group games, with goals in a 1-1 draw with Brazil, 1-0 win against Scotland and 4-2 victory against Haiti. The 25-year-old, who has [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Morocco Suffer Major Injury Blow Ahead Quarterfinal Clash With France appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-suffer-major-injury-blow-ahead-quarterfinal-clash-with-france/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-suffer-major-injury-blow-ahead-quarterfinal-clash-with-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Boboye Sets High Standards For Bendel Insurance Ahead  New Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bendel Insurance technical adviser Kennedy Boboye has challenged his players to raise their performance levels as the club targets a stronger finish than last term. The Benin Arsenals ended the 2025/26 campaign in fifth position with 56 points, narrowly missing out on a top-three finish and a place in continental competition. With the club setting [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Boboye Sets High Standards For Bendel Insurance AheadNew Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-boboye-sets-high-standards-for-bendel-insurance-ahead-new-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-boboye-sets-high-standards-for-bendel-insurance-ahead-new-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okoye, Cardi B Spotted Together At Paris Fashion Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye was spotted together with US rapper Cardi B at the Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture show during Paris Fashion Week. According to TMZ, the Nigerian international was filmed helping Cardi B to her seat amid flashing cameras. Okoye Meets Cardi B At Paris Fashion Week The pair appeared relaxed as they [...]<br />
The post Okoye, Cardi B Spotted Together At Paris Fashion Week appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-cardi-b-spotted-together-at-paris-fashion-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okoye-cardi-b-spotted-together-at-paris-fashion-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[American Samoa: From 31-0 To Competitive Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 11 April 2001, Australia beat American Samoa 31-0 in a 2002 World Cup qualifier. It remains the largest winning margin in the history of international football. The match prompted FIFA to rethink how it seeded qualifying rounds for smaller nations, and it eventually inspired the film Next Goal Wins, directed by Taika Waititi. The [...]<br />
The post American Samoa: From 31-0 To Competitive Football appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/american-samoa-from-31-0-to-competitive-football/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/american-samoa-from-31-0-to-competitive-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina World Cup Update: Cape Verde Next After Jordan And Algeria Wins As 8 Ball Strike Cup Heats Up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina&rsquo;s run in the World Cup 2026 is heating up again as they head into a Round of 32 matchup against Cape Verde, coming off solid wins against Jordan and Algeria. In this article, we&rsquo;ll look at how Argentina is shaping up going into the knockout stage, what fans can expect next, and how the [...]<br />
The post Argentina World Cup Update: Cape Verde Next After Jordan And Algeria Wins As 8 Ball Strike Cup Heats Up appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentina-world-cup-update-cape-verde-next-after-jordan-and-algeria-wins-as-8-ball-strike-cup-heats-up/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentina-world-cup-update-cape-verde-next-after-jordan-and-algeria-wins-as-8-ball-strike-cup-heats-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona Submit Bid To Sign Adeyemi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona have submitted an official bid to Borussia Dortmund to sign Karim Adeyemi this summer. While a full transfer agreement has not been completely finalized, the 24-year-old winger has reportedly agreed on personal terms and has clearly communicated that Barcelona is his only desired destination. Read Also:PSG Set &euro;150m Price Tag For Arsenal, Liverpool Target [...]<br />
The post Barcelona Submit Bid To Sign Adeyemi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barcelona-submit-bid-to-sign-adeyemi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/barcelona-submit-bid-to-sign-adeyemi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We’re Not Influenced By Anyone  — Collina Defends Officials Amid World Cup Controversy]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA Chief Refereeing Officer Pierluigi Collina has strongly defended the integrity and independence of match officials at the FIFA World Cup 2026, insisting that referees cannot be influenced by anyone as controversy continues to surround several decisions during the tournament, including the contentious Round of 16 clash between Argentina and Egypt. Speaking to FIFA (via [...]<br />
The post We&rsquo;re Not Influenced By Anyone&mdash; Collina Defends Officials Amid World Cup Controversy appeared fir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/were-not-influenced-by-anyone-collina-defends-officials-amid-world-cup-controversy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/were-not-influenced-by-anyone-collina-defends-officials-amid-world-cup-controversy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Why Kane Will Outshine Haaland  –Rogers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers says he&rsquo;s confident Harry Kane will outshine Erling Haaland ahead of Saturday&rsquo;s quarter-final clash between England and Norway in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that Kane has cemented himself as a lethal finisher, scoring 6 goals in the tournament so far. He serves as a complete playmaker, linking [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Why Kane Will Outshine Haaland&ndash;Rogers appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-kane-will-outshine-haaland-rogers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-kane-will-outshine-haaland-rogers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Benin Coach Azonsou Vows To Fight For Historic Qualification Against Flamingos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benin U-17 women&rsquo;s head coach Idah Azonsou is targeting a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup, Completesports.com reports. The Young Amazons lost 3-2 to Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos in the first leg in Ikenne last weekend. Azonsou&rsquo;s side will host their neighbours in the reverse fixture at the Stade de K&eacute;gu&eacute; in Lom&eacute;, Togo [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Benin Coach Azonsou Vows To Fight For Historic Qualification Against Flamingos appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-benin-coach-azonsou-vows-to-fight-for-historic-qualification-against-flamingos/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-benin-coach-azonsou-vows-to-fight-for-historic-qualification-against-flamingos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PSG Set €150m Price Tag For Arsenal, Liverpool Target Barcola]]></title><description><![CDATA[PSG have set a &euro;150m price tag on France international winger Bradley Barcola according to a report from L&rsquo;Equipe(via Get Football News France). The former Olympique Lyonnais winger could be on his way out of the French capital with PSG expected to agree on a &euro;100m+ transfer fee with RB Leipzig to sign Yan Diomand&eacute;. [...]<br />
The post PSG Set &euro;150m Price Tag For Arsenal, Liverpool Target Barcola appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/psg-set-150m-price-tag-for-arsenal-liverpool-target-barcola/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/psg-set-150m-price-tag-for-arsenal-liverpool-target-barcola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European Union Lawmakers Demand  Probe Into Infantino After Balogun Red Card Scandal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over 70 European lawmakers have called for an investigation into FIFA and its president Gianni Infantino regarding the principle of political neutrality, talkSPORT reports. Infantino has faced huge backlash in recent days, following the decision to suspend Folarin Balogun&rsquo;s red card ban ahead of the USA&rsquo;s round of 16 World Cup exit to Belgium. US [...]<br />
The post European Union Lawmakers DemandProbe Into Infantino After Balogun Red Card Scandal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/european-union-lawmakers-demand-probe-into-infantino-after-balogun-red-card-scandal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/european-union-lawmakers-demand-probe-into-infantino-after-balogun-red-card-scandal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iheanacho, Celtic Discuss New Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celtic manager Martin O&rsquo;Neill has said the club are pursuing a deal to re-sign Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho, Completesports.com reports. Iheanacho joined the Hoops on a free transfer last summer after leaving Spanish club Sevilla. The 29-year-old signed a one-year contract with Celtic, with the club holding an option to extend it by a further [...]<br />
The post Iheanacho, Celtic Discuss New Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iheanacho-celtic-discuss-new-contract/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iheanacho-celtic-discuss-new-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Norway Must Watch Out For Rice  –Odegaard Warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway star Martin Odegaard has warned his teammates to keep an eye on England midfielder Declan Rice ahead of Saturday&rsquo;s quarter-final showdown in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. The two Arsenal stars will temporarily set aside their club camaraderie as Norway seeks to achieve another upset after their unexpected Round of 16 victory over [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Norway Must Watch Out For Rice&ndash;Odegaard Warns appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-must-watch-out-for-rice-odegaard-warns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-must-watch-out-for-rice-odegaard-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FG Signs Hosting Agreement For 2027 African School Games]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Federal government has signed a hosting agreement for the 2027 African School Games with the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA). The signing ceremony, which took place in Abuja on Wednesday, marked a significant step in Nigeria&rsquo;s quest to stage a successful second edition of the African School Games, tagged &ldquo;Abuja 2027.&rdquo; [...]<br />
The post FG Signs Hosting Agreement For 2027 African School Games appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fg-signs-hosting-agreement-for-2027-african-school-games/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fg-signs-hosting-agreement-for-2027-african-school-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Head To Lome For Benin Return Leg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos will depart Lagos for Lom&eacute;, Togo on Thursday for the decisive second leg of their final qualifying fixture against Benin Republic in the race for a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup, Completesports.com reports. Akeem Busari&rsquo;s side will travel from Ikenne to Lagos on Thursday morning before boarding a flight [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Head To Lome For Benin Return Leg appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-flamingos-head-to-lome-for-benin-return-leg/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-flamingos-head-to-lome-for-benin-return-leg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Canada Star Slams Airline For Flying Him To Wrong City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canadian defender Alistair Johnston has blasted Frontier Airlines on social media following a chaotic post-tournament journey. The Celtic FC player revealed that a botched itinerary dropped him in the wrong city and lost his luggage. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;m Amazed By Messi&rsquo;s Ability To Keep Producing Decisive Performances &ndash;Mikel Johnston, who played every minute [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Canada Star Slams Airline For Flying Him To Wrong City appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-canada-star-slams-airline-for-flying-him-to-wrong-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-canada-star-slams-airline-for-flying-him-to-wrong-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Target Guimaraes Asks To Leave Newcastle United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bruno Guimaraes has asked to leave Newcastle, with Arsenal accelerating their interest in the midfielder, BBC Sport reports. The Brazil international, who arrived from Lyon in 2022, has been a player of interest for the Premier League champions this summer. The Gunners had looked into approaches for either Guimaraes or his former team-mate Sandro Tonali, [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Target Guimaraes Asks To Leave Newcastle United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-target-guimaraes-asks-to-leave-newcastle-united/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-target-guimaraes-asks-to-leave-newcastle-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Agree £50m Deal With Chelsea For Andrey Santos.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United have agreed a &pound;50m deal with Chelsea for their Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos, BBC Sport reports. The deal has progressed quickly in the past few hours after United made their interest known over the weekend. United will pay an initial &pound;48m for Santos, with an additional &pound;2m in what are described as &lsquo;achievable&rsquo; [...]<br />
The post Man United Agree &pound;50m Deal With Chelsea For Andrey Santos. appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-agree-50m-deal-with-chelsea-for-andrey-santos/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-agree-50m-deal-with-chelsea-for-andrey-santos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Joins FK Austria Wien On Three-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Austrian Bundesliga club FK Austria Wien have announced the signing of Nigerian defender Ibrahim Buhari, Completesports.com. Buhari, who joined the Violets from Swedish club IF Elfsborg signed a contract until summer 2029. The 24-year-old will wear the number three jersey for FK Austria Wien. Austrian Wien Expect Big Things From Buhari Sporting director Tomas Zorn [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Defender Joins FK Austria Wien On Three-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-defender-joins-fk-austria-wien-on-three-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-defender-joins-fk-austria-wien-on-three-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I’m Amazed By Messi’s Ability To Keep Producing Decisive Performances  –Mikel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international Mikel Obi has praised Lionel Messi following Argentina&rsquo;s dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Speaking on Fox Sports, Mikel expressed his amazement at the 39-year-old&rsquo;s endurance and mental fortitude. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Brilliant Comeback &ndash;Keane Hails Argentina&rsquo;s Victory Against Egyp He questioned [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;m Amazed By Messi&rsquo;s Ability To Keep Producing Decis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-amazed-by-messis-ability-to-keep-producing-decisive-performances-mikel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-amazed-by-messis-ability-to-keep-producing-decisive-performances-mikel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scuro: Pogba Could Leave Monaco This Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[AS Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro has cast significant doubt on Paul Pogba&rsquo;s future at the club, announcing that the 33-year-old midfielder could leave this summer. Speaking with Get French Football News, Scuro stated that if the club and the player&rsquo;s goals are no longer aligned, an early exit is a distinct possibility. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post Scuro: Pogba Could Leave Monaco This Summer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/scuro-pogba-could-leave-monaco-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/scuro-pogba-could-leave-monaco-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI Investigates Argentina FA Over Alleged Money Laundering]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Argentina Football Association (AFA) is under investigation from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) over alleged involvement in money laundering. This is according to Argentine newspaper La Nacion (via talkSPORT) WBO stated that the FBI&rsquo;s investigation, which preliminarily began during 2025, has already begun to gather information by taking testimonies of the financial operations [...]<br />
The post FBI Investigates Argentina FA Over Alleged Money Laundering appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fbi-investigates-argentina-fa-over-alleged-money-laundering/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fbi-investigates-argentina-fa-over-alleged-money-laundering/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[China Invitational: Golden Eaglets Suffer 4-2 Defeat To Australia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Golden Eaglets suffered a 4-2 defeat to Australia in their second match at the Four-Nation Invitational Tournament in China on Wednesday. The result condemned the five-time FIFA U-17 World Cup champions to a second successive defeat in the competition after they lost 3-2 to Tanzania in their opening fixture. Uwejamomere Eboboritse&rsquo;s side have now [...]<br />
The post China Invitational: Golden Eaglets Suffer 4-2 Defeat To Australia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/china-invitational-golden-eaglets-suffer-4-2-defeat-to-australia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/china-invitational-golden-eaglets-suffer-4-2-defeat-to-australia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Arsenal Defender: Alonso Needs Time To Turn Chelsea Around]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Arsenal defender Nacho Monreal has disclosed that Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso must be given more time to implement his tactics on the team. After a turbulent 2025/26 campaign that saw the Blues slip to ninth and miss out on European football, the hierarchy views Alonso as the ideal figure to establish a winning culture [...]<br />
The post Ex-Arsenal Defender: Alonso Needs Time To Turn Chelsea Around appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-arsenal-defender-alonso-needs-time-to-turn-chelsea-around/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-arsenal-defender-alonso-needs-time-to-turn-chelsea-around/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: All Players Are Healthy Now  –Norway Doctor Gives Update After Sickness Bug Plagues Squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Norwegian team doctor has officially dismissed concerns regarding a recent sickness bug that swept through the squad ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against England. He confirmed to Nettavisen that all the players are healthy now as the team prepares for the highly anticipated clash in Miami. Read Also:World Cup 2026: &lsquo;He&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: All Players Are Healthy Now&ndash;Norway Doctor Gives Update After Sickness Bug Plagues Squad appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-all-players-are-healthy-now-norway-doctor-gives-update-after-sickness-bug-plagues-squad/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-all-players-are-healthy-now-norway-doctor-gives-update-after-sickness-bug-plagues-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trabzonspor Line Up Move For Super Eagles Forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trabzonspor have reportedly identified Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare as a potential attacking reinforcement ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Black Sea Storm are in the market for a new centre-forward following the departure of Felipe Augusto to Russian Premier League side Zenit St. Petersburg, with Arokodare emerging as one of the club&rsquo;s leading targets. According [...]<br />
The post Trabzonspor Line Up Move For Super Eagles Forward appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-line-up-move-for-super-eagles-forward/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-line-up-move-for-super-eagles-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 113: Argentina Dramatic Victory Over Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina were yesterday given another almighty scare before delivering a scarcely believable second-half comeback to break Egypt hearts and reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup. The reigning world champions, sent to extra time by Cape Verde in the last round, had looked set for a shock exit against the Pharaohs, who led 2-0 [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 113: Argentina Dramatic Victory Over Egypt appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-113-argentina-dramatic-victory-over-egypt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-113-argentina-dramatic-victory-over-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Kwara United Coach Ashifat Outlines Plans For New Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kwara United head coach Ashifat Suleiman has outlined the club&rsquo;s transfer strategy for the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, revealing plans to strengthen his squad during the ongoing off-season recruitment drive. Ashifat disclosed that Kwara United plan to sign 10 new players as part of efforts to strengthen the squad ahead of the [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Kwara United Coach Ashifat Outlines Plans For New Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kwara-united-coach-ashifat-outlines-plans-for-new-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kwara-united-coach-ashifat-outlines-plans-for-new-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Traditional Skill Games Keep Finding New Fans On Mobile]]></title><description><![CDATA[Digital entertainment moves fast, and most of the attention goes to the loudest products. Massive open worlds. Photorealistic graphics. Games that cost as much to make as a Hollywood film. Some of the most durable success stories in this business have nothing to do with spectacle. They belong to the older, quieter category of skill-based [...]<br />
The post How Traditional Skill Games Keep Finding New Fans On Mobile appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-traditional-skill-games-keep-finding-new-fans-on-mobile/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-traditional-skill-games-keep-finding-new-fans-on-mobile/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Defender Joins FC Basel On Four-Year Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Switzerland topflight club FC Basel have announced the signing of Nigerian defender Victory Akpe on a four-year deal. Basel announced the signing of Akpe on their X handle on Tuesday. The club, in a statement, wrote:&rdquo;FC Basel 1893 signs the Nigerian center-back Akpe Victory. The 19-year-old transfers from the Hungarian first-division club Zalaegerszegi TE FC [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Defender Joins FC Basel On Four-Year Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-defender-joins-fc-basel-on-four-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-defender-joins-fc-basel-on-four-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi Sets Unwanted World Cup Record In Argentina’s Dramatic Comeback Win Against Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi became the first player in World Cup history to miss two penalties during normal time in a single edition of the tournament, Yahoo Sports reports. How Messi Set Unwanted World Cup Record Messi set the record after seeing his spot-kick saved by Egypt goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir in Argentina&rsquo;s Round of 16 clash at [...]<br />
The post Messi Sets Unwanted World Cup Record In Argentina&rsquo;s Dramatic Comeback Win Against Egypt appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-sets-unwanted-world-cup-record-in-argentinas-dramatic-comeback-win-against-egypt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-sets-unwanted-world-cup-record-in-argentinas-dramatic-comeback-win-against-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Egypt Star Ziko Laments Defeat To  Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt forward Mostafa Ziko has backed head coach Hossam Hassan&rsquo;s claims that the 2026 FIFA World Cup is being &ldquo;directed towards Argentina&rdquo; after the Pharaohs&rsquo; dramatic 3-2 Round of 16 defeat to the reigning champions. The North Africans looked on course for one of the tournament&rsquo;s biggest upsets after taking a commanding 2-0 lead with [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Egypt Star Ziko Laments Defeat ToArgentina appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-star-ziko-laments-defeat-to-argentina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-star-ziko-laments-defeat-to-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘He’s One Of A Kind’  –Norway Coach Lauds Haaland Ahead Of England Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway head coach St&aring;le Solbakken has described Erling Haaland as unique footballer ahead of the crucial July 11, 2026 quarterfinal matchup against England in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The comments followed Haaland&rsquo;s spectacular brace that eliminated Brazil in the previous round. The July 11 quarter-final in Miami Gardens will pit Haaland against several of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;He&rsquo;s One Of A Kind&rsquo;&ndash;Norway Coach Lauds Haaland Ahead Of England Clash app]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-one-of-a-kind-norway-coach-lauds-haaland-ahead-of-england-clash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-one-of-a-kind-norway-coach-lauds-haaland-ahead-of-england-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Iwobi, Bassey To Play Under Arbeloa At Fulham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria internationals Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi have a new manager at Fulham following the appointment of Alvaro Arbeloa, Sky Sports reports. The ex-Real Madrid boss has signed a three-year deal at Craven Cottage to become Marco Silva&rsquo;s successor after the Portuguese left for Benfica following the expiration of his Fulham deal. Arbeloa departed Real [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Iwobi, Bassey To Play Under Arbeloa At Fulham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-iwobi-bassey-to-play-under-arbeloa-at-fulham/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-iwobi-bassey-to-play-under-arbeloa-at-fulham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Hassan Slams Officiating In Egypt’s Loss To Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has blamed controversial refereeing decisions for his team&rsquo;s defeat to Argentina, Completesports.com reports. The Pharaohs crashed out of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a thrilling 3-2 defeat to Lionel Scaloni&rsquo;s side. The North Africans appeared on course for one of the tournament&rsquo;s biggest shocks after taking a 2-0 lead [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Hassan Slams Officiating In Egypt&rsquo;s Loss To Argentina appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hassan-slams-officiating-in-egypts-loss-to-argentina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hassan-slams-officiating-in-egypts-loss-to-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Why I Cried After Argentina’s Comeback Win Against Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has disclosed that he was overcome with emotion and shed tears because he was deeply moved by his players&rsquo; relentless fighting spirit. Recall that Argentina staged a historic 3-2 comeback against Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026, fighting back from a 2-0 deficit with just 11 minutes of normal time [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Why I Cried After Argentina&rsquo;s Comeback Win Against Egypt appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-i-cried-after-argentinas-comeback-win-against-egypt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-i-cried-after-argentinas-comeback-win-against-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Folarin Balogun’s Red Card — A Legal Appraisal of Articles 27 And 66 Of The FIFA Disciplinary Code]]></title><description><![CDATA[By A.U. Mustapha, SAN THE controversy surrounding the red card issued to Folarin Balogun during the FIFA World Cup 2026 has generated considerable debate within the global football community. Beyond the emotional reactions of supporters and the media lies a more fundamental legal question: Did FIFA&rsquo;s Disciplinary Committee possess the legal authority to suspend the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Folarin Balogun&rsquo;s Red Card &mdash; A Legal Appraisal of Articles 27 And 66 Of The FIFA Di]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-folarin-baloguns-red-card-a-legal-appraisal-of-articles-27-and-66-of-the-fifa-disciplinary-code/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-folarin-baloguns-red-card-a-legal-appraisal-of-articles-27-and-66-of-the-fifa-disciplinary-code/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Brilliant Comeback  –Keane Hails Argentina’s Victory Against Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Roy Keane has described Argentina&rsquo;s dramatic 3-2 comeback win against Egypt at the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 as an absolutely amazing thriller. The holders looked down and out when goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Ziko, either side of Messi having a penalty saved, put the Pharaohs in sight [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Brilliant Comeback&ndash;Keane Hails Argentina&rsquo;s Victory Against Egypt appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-brilliant-comeback-keane-hails-argentinas-victory-against-egypt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-brilliant-comeback-keane-hails-argentinas-victory-against-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Inspires Late Argentina Dramatic Comeback Win Against Egypt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi scored in a record sixth-straight World Cup knockout match to help Argentina reach the quarterfinals after a stunning late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta, ESPN reports. Egypt were leading the defending champions 2-0 heading into the closing stages before Messi provided an assist for Cristian Romero in the 79th minute and [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Inspires Late Argentina Dramatic Comeback Win Against Egypt appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-inspires-late-argentina-dramatic-comeback-win-against-egypt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-inspires-late-argentina-dramatic-comeback-win-against-egypt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serena’s Coach Gives Fresh Update After Wimbledon Heartbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serena Williams&rsquo; coach, Rennae Stubbs, has confirmed that the US veteran tennis star wants to play competitive singles tournaments prior to the US Open. This marks a shift from her Wimbledon strategy, where she played only doubles before going straight into singles at Wimbledon. Read Also:Wimbledon: Players Should Agree To Long-Term Annual Prize Money Increase [...]<br />
The post Serena&rsquo;s Coach Gives Fresh Update After Wimbledon Heartbreak appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serenas-coach-gives-fresh-update-after-wimbledon-heartbreak/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serenas-coach-gives-fresh-update-after-wimbledon-heartbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Flying Eagles Winger Seals Move To Hungarian Club Zalaegerszegi TE]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying Eagles winger Tahir Maigana has completed a permanent move to Hungarian club Zalaegerszegi TE from Abuja-based FC Wireless. The 18-year-old signed a three-year contract with the Hungarian side, with the agreement including an option to extend his stay by an additional year. Maigana arrives in Europe after impressing for Nigeria&rsquo;s U-20 team on the [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Flying Eagles Winger Seals Move To Hungarian Club Zalaegerszegi TE appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-flying-eagles-winger-seals-move-to-hungarian-club-zalaegerszegi-te/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-flying-eagles-winger-seals-move-to-hungarian-club-zalaegerszegi-te/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Egypt Must Keep Identity Against Argentina — Hassan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has insisted his side will stay true to its footballing identity when they face reigning world champions Argentina in Tuesday&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash. The Pharaohs booked their place in the knockout stage after an impressive group-stage campaign, and now face a formidable Argentina side inspired [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Egypt Must Keep Identity Against Argentina &mdash; Hassan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-must-keep-identity-against-argentina-hassan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-must-keep-identity-against-argentina-hassan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Kenyan Club Tusker FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kenyan Premier League club Tusker FC have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma, reports Completesports.com reports. Mbaoma, 29, who joined the Brewers from former Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Remo Stars put pen to paper on a one- year contract. The experienced striker registered 14 goals, and four assists for Remo Stars [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Kenyan Club Tusker FC appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-kenyan-club-tusker-fc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-kenyan-club-tusker-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Blame Martinez, Ronaldo For Portugal’s Loss To Spain  –Chelsea Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea legend Chris Sutton has criticized Cristiano Ronaldo and former Portugal manager Roberto Martinez following their exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026. He blamed the manager for being too weak to drop the veteran star, and accused Ronaldo of offering nothing to the team. Read Also:World Cup 2026: &lsquo;Even Without The Cup, He Remains [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Blame Martinez, Ronaldo For Portugal&rsquo;s Loss To Spain&ndash;Chelsea Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-blame-martinez-ronaldo-for-portugals-loss-to-spain-chelsea-legend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-blame-martinez-ronaldo-for-portugals-loss-to-spain-chelsea-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Norway Hit By Sickness Fears Days Before Quarter-final Clash With England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway&rsquo;s World Cup celebrations have reportedly sparked fears of fatigue and illness ahead of their clash with England. The two sides will meet in Miami on Saturday for a place in the semi-finals. However, there are concerns within the Norway camp that they could be hit by a sickness bug just days before the last [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Norway Hit By Sickness Fears Days Before Quarter-final Clash With England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-hit-by-sickness-fears-days-before-quarter-final-clash-with-england/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-hit-by-sickness-fears-days-before-quarter-final-clash-with-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘Even Without The Cup, He Remains A True Legend’  –Nigerian Gospel Star Hails Ronaldo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian Gospel musician Tim Godfrey has described Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo as a true legend despite not winning the FIFA World Cup 2026. After Portugal&rsquo;s elimination in the 2026 tournament, Dr. Tim Godfrey took to social media to celebrate the football icon. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I Was Wrong To Have Mocked Bernardo &ndash;Rodri Godfrey [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;Even Without The Cup, He Remains A True Legend&rsquo;&ndash;Nigerian Gospel Star Hails Ronaldo appeared fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-even-without-the-cup-he-remains-a-true-legend-nigerian-gospel-star-hails-ronaldo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-even-without-the-cup-he-remains-a-true-legend-nigerian-gospel-star-hails-ronaldo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Completes Move To UEA Club Al Wasl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian youngster Popoola Ridwan has sealed a move to United Arab Emirates Pro League outfit Al Wasl. Ridwan joined the UAE giants from Hungarian side Kisv&aacute;rda on a permanent transfer. The 19-year-old&rsquo;s impressive performances for local club Seamoriow FC, earned him a move to Kisv&aacute;rda in February 2025. The defensive midfielder&rsquo;s time in Hungary proved [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Completes Move To UEA Club Al Wasl appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-completes-move-to-uea-club-al-wasl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-completes-move-to-uea-club-al-wasl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Completes Move To UAE Club Al Wasl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian youngster Popoola Ridwan has sealed a move to United Arab Emirates Pro League outfit Al Wasl. Ridwan joined the UAE giants from Hungarian side Kisv&aacute;rda on a permanent transfer. The 19-year-old&rsquo;s impressive performances for local club Seamoriow FC, earned him a move to Kisv&aacute;rda in February 2025. The defensive midfielder&rsquo;s time in Hungary proved [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Youngster Completes Move To UAE Club Al Wasl appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-completes-move-to-uae-club-al-wasl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-youngster-completes-move-to-uae-club-al-wasl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 Golden Boot Race  | Mbapp&eacute;, Kane, Messi &amp; Haaland Lead The Contenders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who will win the Golden Boot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? In this video, we analyze the top contenders for football&rsquo;s most prestigious individual scoring award, including Kylian Mbapp&eacute;, Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, and Erling Haaland. We also revisit previous World Cup Golden Boot winners and assess which superstar has the best chance of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026 Golden Boot Race| Mbapp&eacute;, Kane, Messi &amp; Haaland Lead The Contenders appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-golden-boot-race-mbappeacute-kane-messi-amp-haaland-lead-the-contenders/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-golden-boot-race-mbappeacute-kane-messi-amp-haaland-lead-the-contenders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Progressive Betting Systems Explained: Martingale, Fibonacci, Paroli, D’Alembert, 1-3-2-6, Labouchere]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have tried the Martingale on West Ham matches.<br />
Twice, actually, across two separate seasons when I thought I had found an edge and decided a staking system would help me press it.<br />
What the Martingale did was take a modest losing run and turn it into a situation where I was staring at a required stake that was larger than my original weekly bankroll for that competition.<br />
That experience taught me something more useful than any system: no amount of clever staking changes what a bet is worth.<br />
If]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/progressive-betting-systems-explained-martingale-fibonacci-paroli-dalembert-1-3-2-6-labouchere/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/progressive-betting-systems-explained-martingale-fibonacci-paroli-dalembert-1-3-2-6-labouchere/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rosenior returns to Ligue 1 with Paris FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Rosenior has been named as Paris FC's&nbsp;new head coach.<br />
He has signed a two-year contract, which is understood to include the option for a further season, as he replaces Antoine Kombouare.<br />
Rosenior is back in management, having been sacked by Chelsea after just over three months at Stamford Bridge.<br />
He is taking on his third head coach role in the space of a year as he returns to Ligue 1, with Paris FC looking to build on last season's 11th-place finish following their promotion.<br />
"Liam Ro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rosenior-returns-to-ligue-1-with-paris-fc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rosenior-returns-to-ligue-1-with-paris-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It wasn’t our day’ – Pochettino concedes USA ‘did not connect with the Belgium game’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mauricio Pochettino admitted it was not the United States'&nbsp;day against Belgium as his side struggled to impose themselves in their World Cup last-16 exit.<br />
The USA were beaten 4-1 in Seattle; Charles Ketelaere netted a brace on either side of Malik Tillman's free-kick, but second-half goals from Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku sealed the victory.<br />
They have now been eliminated in the round of 16 in six of their seven appearances at this stage, including their last four appearances in the compe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-wasnt-our-day-pochettino-concedes-usa-did-not-connect-with-the-belgium-game/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-wasnt-our-day-pochettino-concedes-usa-did-not-connect-with-the-belgium-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I Was Wrong To Have Mocked Bernardo  –Rodri]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City star Rodri has apologized to Bernardo Silva following their heated altercation during Spain&rsquo;s 1-0 over Portugal in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Things got heated between the two midfielders in stoppage time when Portugal was frantically searching for an equalizer. After Bernardo Silva missed a crucial header, Rodri [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I Was Wrong To Have Mocked Bernardo&ndash;Rodri appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-was-wrong-to-have-mocked-bernardo-rodri/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-was-wrong-to-have-mocked-bernardo-rodri/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sevilla Demand €15m To Sell  Adams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sevilla have slapped a &euro;15 million price tag on Nigerian striker Akor Adams as Serie A newcomers Venezia step up their efforts to sign the forward this summer. According to Mundo Deportivo , one of Spain&rsquo;s leading newspapers, Venezia have already reached an agreement on personal terms with Adams and are now in talks with [...]<br />
The post Sevilla Demand &euro;15m To SellAdams appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sevilla-demand-15m-to-sell-adams/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sevilla-demand-15m-to-sell-adams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Chelsea Manager Rosenior Becomes New Head Boss At Paris FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Rosenior has returned to football management with Paris FC after being sacked by Chelsea in April, BBC Sport reports. The 41-year-old lasted less than four months at Stamford Bridge but has moved back to France on a two-year contract, which is understood to include an option for a further season. Rosenior, who was with [...]<br />
The post Ex-Chelsea Manager Rosenior Becomes New Head Boss At Paris FC appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-chelsea-manager-rosenior-becomes-new-head-boss-at-paris-fc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-chelsea-manager-rosenior-becomes-new-head-boss-at-paris-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Belgium thrilled to respond to ‘injustice’ with thumping World Cup win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium midfielder Nicolas Raskin said the team felt "a sense of injustice"&nbsp;over Folarin Balogun's suspended one-match ban and were determined to respond.<br />
Belgium did just that, earning an emphatic 4-1 victory over the United States in the last 16 of the World Cup to knock out the co-hosts and reach the quarter-finals.<br />
Charles De Ketelaere scored twice, on either side of Malik Tillman's free-kick, with Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku also getting on the scoresheet to set up a meeting with Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/belgium-thrilled-to-respond-to-injustice-with-thumping-world-cup-win/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/belgium-thrilled-to-respond-to-injustice-with-thumping-world-cup-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: CSKA Sofia vs Derry City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getting their Europa League qualifying adventure underway on Thursday night, CSKA Sofia will welcome Derry City to Bulgaria.<br />
With all eyes fixed on North America for the 2026 World Cup knockout stage, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available this summer.<br />
Verdict: CSKA win<br />
Best Odds: 4/11<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
CSKA Sofia<br />
Starting with the hosts, while CSKA Sofia might have been left frustrated last season as they were eventually forced to settle for a fourth-place finish among]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-cska-sofia-vs-derry-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-cska-sofia-vs-derry-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo not making ‘rash decisions’ over Portugal future after World Cup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo says he is leaving the World Cup with a clear conscience, but insists he will not make any "rash decisions"&nbsp;over his Portugal future.<br />
Ronaldo had already announced prior to meeting Spain that he was playing in his last World Cup, and his last dance proved to be a 1-0 defeat in the last 16 thanks to Mikel Merino's late strike.<br />
He made his 25th start at the tournament, with only Lionel Messi (27) making more than him.<br />
However, despite having scored more World Cup goals (thre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-not-making-rash-decisions-over-portugal-future-after-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-not-making-rash-decisions-over-portugal-future-after-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirlo backs Ederson to make strong impact at Man Utd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrea Pirlo believes Ederson is "suited to the Premier League" as the midfielder edges closer to completing his move to Manchester United.<br />
The Red Devils have reportedly agreed to a &euro;45m (&pound;38m)&nbsp;deal with Atalanta, where Ederson spent four seasons after his transfer from Salernitana.<br />
The 27-year-old made 180 appearances across all competitions for Atalanta, scoring 16 goals and providing five assists.<br />
Since his debut for the Italian side, only Mattia&nbsp;Zaccagni (959) and&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pirlo-backs-ederson-to-make-strong-impact-at-man-utd/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pirlo-backs-ederson-to-make-strong-impact-at-man-utd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Dynamo Kyiv vs Universitatea Cluj]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who will get their respective Europa League qualifying adventures underway on Thursday night, Dynamo Kyiv and Universitatea Cluj will meet at the Morot Lublin Arena.<br />
With all eyes fixed on North America this summer for the 2026 World Cup, there are a host of attractive betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Dynamo Kyiv win<br />
Best Odds: 3/5<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Dynamo Kyiv<br />
Starting with the hosts, left hugely frustrated last season as they relinquished their domestic crown, Dynamo Kyiv e]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-dynamo-kyiv-vs-universitatea-cluj/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-dynamo-kyiv-vs-universitatea-cluj/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alalshikh: Joshua Vs Fury Timing Must Favour US Audience]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saudi powerbroker Turki Alalshikh has revealed that the highly anticipated heavyweight mega-fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua could take place at Wembley Stadium in London, but only if local authorities allow a late-night start time to accommodate the crucial American TV viewership on Netflix. While the original contracts for the fighters stipulate a UK [...]<br />
The post Alalshikh: Joshua Vs Fury Timing Must Favour US Audience appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alalshikh-joshua-vs-fury-timing-must-favour-us-audience/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/alalshikh-joshua-vs-fury-timing-must-favour-us-audience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Ghana Unveil Provisional Squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana head coach Kim Lars Bj&ouml;rkegren has named a provisional Black Queens squad for the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations. Bj&ouml;rkegren assembled a squad that combines foreign-based professionals with standout home-based players. Captain Portia Boakye, Grace Asantewaa, Evelyn Badu, Jennifer Cudjoe, Princella Adubea, Doris Boaduwaa, Stella Nyamekye and Alice Kusi are among the senior [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Ghana Unveil Provisional Squad appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ghana-unveil-provisional-squad/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-ghana-unveil-provisional-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: US Lost To A Better Team  –Balogun Reacts To Belgium’s Victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Folarin Balogun has disclosed that the USA lost to a better team. The highly anticipated Round of 16 match in Seattle was preceded by immense off-field controversy. Recall that Balogun had received a red card in the previous [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: US Lost To A Better Team&ndash;Balogun Reacts To Belgium&rsquo;s Victory appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-us-lost-to-a-better-team-balogun-reacts-to-belgiums-victory/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-us-lost-to-a-better-team-balogun-reacts-to-belgiums-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troost-Ekong: World Cup Miss Must Inspire Super Eagles Revival]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has described Nigeria&rsquo;s failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 as a major disappointment. Troost-Ekong said the setback should serve as an important lesson for the team, insisting the Super Eagles must make the necessary adjustments to return to football&rsquo;s biggest stage. The Super Eagles missed out [...]<br />
The post Troost-Ekong: World Cup Miss Must Inspire Super Eagles Revival appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/troost-ekong-world-cup-miss-must-inspire-super-eagles-revival/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/troost-ekong-world-cup-miss-must-inspire-super-eagles-revival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappé Condemns Paraguayan Senator Over Racist Abuse After World Cup Match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; on Monday labelled a Paraguayan senator &ldquo;despicable&rdquo; and &ldquo;not worthy of her position&rdquo; after she racially abused the France captain on social media following the World Cup last-16 clash between the countries at the weekend. Mbapp&eacute;&rsquo;s reaction came after Celeste Amarilla attacked the Real Madrid superstar in the wake of Saturday&rsquo;s game in [...]<br />
The post Mbapp&eacute; Condemns Paraguayan Senator Over Racist Abuse After World Cup Match a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbapp-condemns-paraguayan-senator-over-racist-abuse-after-world-cup-match/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbapp-condemns-paraguayan-senator-over-racist-abuse-after-world-cup-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinez Resigns As Portugal Head Coach After World Cup Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roberto Martinez confirmed that he is leaving his job as Portugal coach after Monday&rsquo;s 1-0 FIFA World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Spain, while denying that the result was &ldquo;a failure.&rdquo; Substitute Mikel Merino scored in the 91st minute at AT&amp;T Stadium to see Spain progress to the quarterfinals as Cristiano Ronaldo made his last World [...]<br />
The post Martinez Resigns As Portugal Head Coach After World Cup Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-resigns-as-portugal-head-coach-after-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-resigns-as-portugal-head-coach-after-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portugal’s Euro 2016 Title Win Holds Same Weight As World Cup —Ronaldo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo has argued that the 2016 European Championship that Portugal won holds the same weight as the World Cup. Ronaldo featured in his sixth World Cup in North America this summer, and his three goals meant he became the first player to score in six World Cups. Despite his stellar record, which includes five [...]<br />
The post Portugal&rsquo;s Euro 2016 Title Win Holds Same Weight As World Cup &mdash;Ronaldo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/portugals-euro-2016-title-win-holds-same-weight-as-world-cup-ronaldo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/portugals-euro-2016-title-win-holds-same-weight-as-world-cup-ronaldo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026:  Belgium Outclass USA To Set Up Quarterfinal Clash With Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium brought the United States&rsquo; World Cup party to a shattering halt on Monday, thrashing the tournament co-hosts 4-1 to set up a quarterfinal showdown with Spain, SuperSport reports. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice, Hans Vanaken punished a goalkeeping howler, and substitute Romelu Lukaku added a fourth to settle a last-16 clash that had been [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026:Belgium Outclass USA To Set Up Quarterfinal Clash With Spain appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-belgium-outclass-usa-to-set-up-quarterfinal-clash-with-spain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-belgium-outclass-usa-to-set-up-quarterfinal-clash-with-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bayern’s Musiala to return in time for Bundesliga start after minor surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich have confirmed midfielder Jamal Musiala has undergone minor surgery, but he will be available for the start of the 2026-27 season.&nbsp;<br />
Musiala's "minor, routine surgery" was pre-planned following his serious injury at the Club World Cup last summer, when he suffered a fracture of the fibula and an ankle dislocation.<br />
The 23-year-old featured 24 times for Bayern in 2025-26 across all competitions, scoring five goals and providing six assists as they won the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bayerns-musiala-to-return-in-time-for-bundesliga-start-after-minor-surgery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bayerns-musiala-to-return-in-time-for-bundesliga-start-after-minor-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinez confirms he will leave Portugal following World Cup exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roberto Martinez said "it does not make sense to continue" as Portugal's head coach and confirmed his resignation following their exit at the World Cup against Spain.&nbsp;<br />
Martinez announced his decision after Portugal's 1-0 defeat to Spain at&nbsp;Dallas Stadium, with Spain substitute&nbsp;Mikel Merino scoring the winning goal in the 91st minute.&nbsp;<br />
Portugal had been frustrated throughout the game&nbsp;against the European champions, with Nuno Mendes' deflected shot against the crossbar the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-confirms-he-will-leave-portugal-following-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/martinez-confirms-he-will-leave-portugal-following-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Merino’s Late Strike Against Portugal Sends Spain Into Quarterfinals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Merino scored a late goal to send Spain past Portugal in the round of 16 on Monday and into a FIFA World Cup quarterfinal for the first time since they won it all in 2010, ESPN reports. With the game looking like it was headed to extra time in Arlington, Texas, a Ferran Torres [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Merino&rsquo;s Late Strike Against Portugal Sends Spain Into Quarterfinals appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-merinos-late-strike-against-portugal-sends-spain-into-quarterfinals/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-merinos-late-strike-against-portugal-sends-spain-into-quarterfinals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Cape Verde’s Cabral Beats Messi To Round Of 32 Best Goal Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde defender Sidny Lopes Cabral has been voted the winner of the Goal of the Round of 32 award at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. Cabral earned the honour for his stunning strike in Cape Verde&rsquo;s thrilling 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina. The 23-year-old full-back produced a moment of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Cape Verde&rsquo;s Cabral Beats Messi To Round Of 32 Best Goal Award appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verdes-cabral-beats-messi-to-round-of-32-best-goal-award/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verdes-cabral-beats-messi-to-round-of-32-best-goal-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE — World Cup 2026: Bonfrere Backs France For Final, Says Teamwork Drove Super Eagles’ Golden Generation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria coach Johannes Bonfrere has predicted that the individual brilliance of Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele and other top stars will propel France to the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. Speaking on Sunday from his country home in the Netherlands, the Dutch tactician insisted that Les Bleus&rsquo; greatest strength in the [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE &mdash; World Cup 2026: Bonfrere Backs France For Final, Says Teamwork Drove Super Eagles&rsquo; Golden Generati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-world-cup-2026-bonfrere-backs-france-for-final-says-teamwork-drove-super-eagles-golden-generation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-world-cup-2026-bonfrere-backs-france-for-final-says-teamwork-drove-super-eagles-golden-generation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Trump Did Not Influenced FIFA’s Decision To Reverse Balogun’s Red Card  –Infantino]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that he received a call from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the suspension of American striker Folarin Balogun but asserted that the call did not influence the verdict. He stated that he reminded Trump that FIFA&rsquo;s disciplinary bodies act independently and autonomously according to established regulations. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Trump Did Not Influenced FIFA&rsquo;s Decision To Reverse Balogun&rsquo;s Red Card&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-trump-did-not-influenced-fifas-decision-to-reverse-baloguns-red-card-infantino/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-trump-did-not-influenced-fifas-decision-to-reverse-baloguns-red-card-infantino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Trump Did Not Influence FIFA’s Decision To Reverse Balogun’s Red Card  –Infantino]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that he received a call from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the suspension of American striker Folarin Balogun but asserted that the call did not influence the verdict. He stated that he reminded Trump that FIFA&rsquo;s disciplinary bodies act independently and autonomously according to established regulations. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Trump Did Not Influence FIFA&rsquo;s Decision To Reverse Balogun&rsquo;s Red Card&n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-trump-did-not-influence-fifas-decision-to-reverse-baloguns-red-card-infantino/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-trump-did-not-influence-fifas-decision-to-reverse-baloguns-red-card-infantino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Babajide Confident Super Falcons Can Defend Title, Book World Cup Place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Omorinsola Babajide has reaffirmed the Super Falcons&rsquo; determination to reclaim the Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations title ahead of the 2026 tournament, reports Completesports.com. Justine Madugu&rsquo;s will be chasing a record-extending 11th WAFCON crown when the competition kicks off in Morocco later this month. The WAFCON 2026 finals will also serve as the African qualifying [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Babajide Confident Super Falcons Can Defend Title, Book World Cup Place appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-babajide-confident-super-falcons-can-defend-title-book-world-cup-place/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-babajide-confident-super-falcons-can-defend-title-book-world-cup-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Trump Confirms Asking FIFA To  Review Balogun Ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump has confirmed he asked FIFA to review United States striker Folarin Balogun&rsquo;s one-match suspension at the World Cup. Balogun, 25, was set to miss his side&rsquo;s last-16 tie against Belgium after being shown a straight red card for a foul on Bosnia-Herzegovina defender Tarik Muharemovic in the previous round. But Fifa made [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Trump Confirms Asking FIFA ToReview Balogun Ban appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-trump-confirms-asking-fifa-to-review-balogun-ban/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-trump-confirms-asking-fifa-to-review-balogun-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AC Milan Job Bigger Than Man United  –Amorim]]></title><description><![CDATA[New AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim has disclosed that reviving the club is bigger than his tenure at Manchester United. Upon arriving in Milan to finalize his new role, the Portuguese coach admitted he originally intended to take on a smaller challenge after his Old Trafford departure but ultimately found the Rossoneri&rsquo;s task to be [...]<br />
The post AC Milan Job Bigger Than Man United&ndash;Amorim appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ac-milan-job-bigger-than-man-united-amorim/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ac-milan-job-bigger-than-man-united-amorim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England Star Out Of World Cup After Suffering Serious Injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[England have been dealt a major setback at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with midfielder Jordan Henderson ruled out of the remainder of the tournament after suffering a serious injury that will require surgery. The 36-year-old sustained the injury in bizarre fashion following England&rsquo;s dramatic 3&ndash;2 victory over Mexico in the knockout stage. Henderson, who [...]<br />
The post England Star Out Of World Cup After Suffering Serious Injury appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-star-out-of-world-cup-after-suffering-serious-injury/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-star-out-of-world-cup-after-suffering-serious-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Finnish Record  League Title Winners Sign Former Golden Eaglets Midfielder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finland record league title winners HJK have announced the signing of former Golden Eaglets midfielder Qurib Adetola on a one-year contract. The club confirmed the signing in a statement on their official website on Monday. &ldquo;HJK has signed an agreement with 18-year-old Nigerian player Qurib Adetola,&rdquo; HJK wrote stated. &ldquo;The Nigerian youth national team player [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Finnish RecordLeague Title Winners Sign Former Golden Eaglets Midfielder appeared first on Compl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-finnish-record-league-title-winners-sign-former-golden-eaglets-midfielder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-finnish-record-league-title-winners-sign-former-golden-eaglets-midfielder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mamelodi Sundowns Plot Move For Super Eagles Defender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian defender Olisa Ndah is on the radar of South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns, Completesports.com reports. Ndah is presently a free agent after leaving another South African club Stellenbosch FC following the expiration of his contract. The 28-year-old moved to Stellenbosch FC in the second half of last season after parting ways with Orlando Pirates. [...]<br />
The post Mamelodi Sundowns Plot Move For Super Eagles Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mamelodi-sundowns-plot-move-for-super-eagles-defender/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mamelodi-sundowns-plot-move-for-super-eagles-defender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 112: Yakubu Aiyegbeni Football Journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Born on November 22, 1982, in Benin City, Edo State, Yakubu&rsquo;s early life was marked by modest circumstances. His early football life was characterized by playing in the streets without any football shoes or boots, a necessity that defined his skill. When he was finally given shoes at his academy, he quickly took them off, [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 112: Yakubu Aiyegbeni Football Journey appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-112-yakubu-aiyegbeni-football-journey/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-112-yakubu-aiyegbeni-football-journey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: UEFA Slams FIFA’s Decision To Rescind Balogun’s Red Card]]></title><description><![CDATA[UEFA has slammed FIFA for an incomprehensible and unjustifiable decision to suspend USMNT striker Folarin Balogun&rsquo;s one-match ban. Following an intervention from U.S. President Donald Trump, FIFA controversially lifted the suspension, allowing Balogun to play in the World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against Belgium. Read Also:World Cup 2026: FIFA&rsquo;s Reversal Of Balogun&rsquo;s Red [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: UEFA Slams FIFA&rsquo;s Decision To Rescind Balogun&rsquo;s Red Card appear]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-uefa-slams-fifas-decision-to-rescind-baloguns-red-card/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-uefa-slams-fifas-decision-to-rescind-baloguns-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Kano Pillars Begin Preparations For New Season, Aim For Strong Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kano Pillars have officially commenced preparations for the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season. The Sai Masu Gida held their first training session of pre-season at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, on Monday morning. The opening session was conducted by the club&rsquo;s technical crew led by Ahmed Garba Yaro Yaro, alongside Gambo Muhammad and [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Kano Pillars Begin Preparations For New Season, Aim For Strong Campaign appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kano-pillars-begin-preparations-for-new-season-aim-for-strong-campaign/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-kano-pillars-begin-preparations-for-new-season-aim-for-strong-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Are E-Bikes Becoming Popular Among Outdoor Enthusiasts?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Outdoor recreation is changing. People still want adventure, but they also want flexibility, comfort, and the ability to explore more without spending the entire day recovering from the effort. That shift helps explain the growing interest in e-bikes. They allow riders to cover greater distances, tackle challenging terrain, and spend more time enjoying the outdoors [...]<br />
The post Why Are E-Bikes Becoming Popular Among Outdoor Enthusiasts? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-are-e-bikes-becoming-popular-among-outdoor-enthusiasts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-are-e-bikes-becoming-popular-among-outdoor-enthusiasts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Long-Term Benefits Of Installing New Siding For Exterior Home Protection]]></title><description><![CDATA[The exterior of a home is constantly exposed to changing weather conditions throughout the year. Rain, wind, sunlight, temperature fluctuations, and moisture all place stress on the structure over time. While roofing and windows often receive significant attention from homeowners, siding plays an equally important role in protecting the property from environmental damage. Siding serves [...]<br />
The post The Long-Term Benefits Of Installing New Siding For Exterior Home Protection appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-long-term-benefits-of-installing-new-siding-for-exterior-home-protection/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-long-term-benefits-of-installing-new-siding-for-exterior-home-protection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dessers Eager To Return After Injury Layoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cyriel Dessers is relishing the prospect of returning to competitive action after a lengthy spell on the sidelines, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international suffered an injury during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in January, an unfortunate setback that ruled him out for the remainder of the season. Dessers Ready For New Season The 31-year-old [...]<br />
The post Dessers Eager To Return After Injury Layoff appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dessers-eager-to-return-after-injury-layoff/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dessers-eager-to-return-after-injury-layoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Haaland Was Brilliant Against Brazil  –Adepoju]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian international Mutiu Adepoju has heaped praise on Norwegian striker Erling Haaland for his brilliant performance against Brazil in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that Haaland scored two late goals to lead Norway to a historic 2-1 upset over Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, eliminating the five-time champions. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Haaland Was Brilliant Against Brazil&ndash;Adepoju appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-haaland-was-brilliant-against-brazil-adepoju/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-haaland-was-brilliant-against-brazil-adepoju/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: FIFA’s Reversal Of Balogun’s Red Card Is Questionable  –Former DR Congo Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former DR Congo winger Yannick Bolasie has criticized FIFA&rsquo;s consistency following the decision to suspend Folarin Balogun&rsquo;s red card ban for the USA vs. Belgium FIFA World Cup 2026 match. Bolasie highlighted via his X handle that if a similar reversal occurred during the Africa Cup of Nations, the media and football governing bodies would [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: FIFA&rsquo;s Reversal Of Balogun&rsquo;s Red Card Is Questionable&ndash;Former DR Congo Star appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fifas-reversal-of-baloguns-red-card-is-questionable-former-dr-congo-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fifas-reversal-of-baloguns-red-card-is-questionable-former-dr-congo-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo: World Cup 2026 Will Be My Last Tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo has officially confirmed that the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the final World Cup appearance of his illustrious career. Speaking ahead of Portugal&rsquo;s Round of 16 clash against Spain, the 41-year-old stated he is at peace with his legacy and wants to enjoy this tournament to the fullest. Read [...]<br />
The post Ronaldo: World Cup 2026 Will Be My Last Tournament appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-world-cup-2026-will-be-my-last-tournament/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-world-cup-2026-will-be-my-last-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Oliseh Blasts Brazil’s Performance After Norway Upset]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles head coach Sunday Oliseh has criticised Brazil following their defeat to Norway at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. Carlo Ancelotti&rsquo;s side were eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 following a 2-1 defeat to Norway at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday night. Norway reached the last eight [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Oliseh Blasts Brazil&rsquo;s Performance After Norway Upset appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-oliseh-blasts-brazils-performance-after-norway-upset/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-oliseh-blasts-brazils-performance-after-norway-upset/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Pochettino Hails FIFA’s Decision To Overturn Balogun’s Red Card]]></title><description><![CDATA[US coach Mauricio Pochettino welcomed FIFA&rsquo;s shock decision to suspend Folarin Balogun&rsquo;s one-match red card ban, stating the United States team was punished enough after playing a man down for 35 minutes against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Recall that Balogun was initially sent off following a lengthy VAR review for [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Pochettino Hails FIFA&rsquo;s Decision To Overturn Balogun&rsquo;s Red Card appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-pochettino-hails-fifas-decision-to-overturn-baloguns-red-card/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-pochettino-hails-fifas-decision-to-overturn-baloguns-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons To Open Camp In Morocco July 15]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reigning champions Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Falcons will open their training camp in Mohammedia, Morocco, on Wednesday, July 15, as preparations intensify for the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. The Super Falcons are expected to spend one week in Mohammedia, using the period to fine-tune their preparations before relocating to Rabat, where they will [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons To Open Camp In Morocco July 15 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-to-open-camp-in-morocco-july-15/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-to-open-camp-in-morocco-july-15/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar Announces Retirement From International Football After Brazil’s World Cup Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neymar has announced his retirement from international football following Brazil&rsquo;s 2-1 loss to Norway in the round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Monday. The former Barcelona star made his final appearance for Brazil after coming on in the defeat to Norway, scoring a stoppage time penalty which was not enough to [...]<br />
The post Neymar Announces Retirement From International Football After Brazil&rsquo;s World Cup Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/neymar-announces-retirement-from-international-football-after-brazils-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/neymar-announces-retirement-from-international-football-after-brazils-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ten-Man England Overcome Mexico In Five-Goal Thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[England survived a raucous Azteca Stadium atmosphere and a red card early in the second half to prevail past co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in a thrilling World Cup round-of-16 clash in Mexico City on Sunday, ESPN reports. In a game that had almost everything &mdash; including an hourlong weather delay &mdash; the two teams, and the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ten-Man England Overcome Mexico In Five-Goal Thriller appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ten-man-england-overcome-mexico-in-five-goal-thriller/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ten-man-england-overcome-mexico-in-five-goal-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Queiroz Resigns As Ghana Head Coach After World Cup Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carlos Queiroz announced he was leaving his job as Ghana coach after the African side were eliminated from the World Cup at the last-32 stage. Ghana were beaten 1-0 by Colombia in Kansas City on Friday after only registering eight attempts on goal. The much-travelled Quieroz, who coached Iran at the last World Cup in [...]<br />
The post Queiroz Resigns As Ghana Head Coach After World Cup Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/queiroz-resigns-as-ghana-head-coach-after-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/queiroz-resigns-as-ghana-head-coach-after-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland’s Double Helps Norway Maintain Dominance Over Brazil, Seal First-Ever World Cup Quarterfinal Spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland was the hero for Norway as his double strikes helped his side beat Brazil 2-1, in Sunday&rsquo;s World Cup 2026 round of 16 clash. It is the first-time ever that Norway will reach the quarter-finals the FIFA World Cup. Also, Brazil have now failed to beat Norway in their meetings &ndash; losing three [...]<br />
The post Haaland&rsquo;s Double Helps Norway Maintain Dominance Over Brazil, Seal First-Ever World Cup Quarterfinal Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/haalands-double-helps-norway-maintain-dominance-over-brazil-seal-first-ever-world-cup-quarterfinal-spot/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/haalands-double-helps-norway-maintain-dominance-over-brazil-seal-first-ever-world-cup-quarterfinal-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ronaldo Remains A Threat To Spain  –Gavi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain midfielder Gavi has dismissed recent criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of their highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash against Portugal. Gavi defended the 41-year-old forward, asserting that the heavy scrutiny comes from outside fans, not his teammates. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Diaw Tenders Apology For Mistake Against Belgium Speaking with [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ronaldo Remains A Threat To Spain&ndash;Gavi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ronaldo-remains-a-threat-to-spain-gavi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ronaldo-remains-a-threat-to-spain-gavi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Trump Thanks FIFA For Suspending Balogun’s Red Card]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump on Sunday thanked FIFA for suspending the red card issued to USA&rsquo;s Folarin Balogun, which has paved the way for the former Arsenal striker to play in the World Cup round of 16 clash with Belgium. Balogun had been shown a straight red card in the U.S.&rsquo;s round of 32 win (2-0) [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Trump Thanks FIFA For Suspending Balogun&rsquo;s Red Card appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-trump-thanks-fifa-for-suspending-baloguns-red-card/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-trump-thanks-fifa-for-suspending-baloguns-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cape Verde Return Home to Hero’s Welcome After Memorable World Cup Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of jubilant supporters turned out to welcome Cape Verde&rsquo;s Blue Sharks on Sunday, filling Praia International Airport with flags and banners as the team returned from an unforgettable FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign. The Blue Sharks, whose remarkable run ended with a narrow 3-2 extra-time defeat to defending champions Argentina in the Round of [...]<br />
The post Cape Verde Return Home to Hero&rsquo;s Welcome After Memorable World Cup Campaign appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-return-home-to-heros-welcome-after-memorable-world-cup-campaign/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-return-home-to-heros-welcome-after-memorable-world-cup-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Balogun Available For Belgium Clash As Red Card Ban Suspended]]></title><description><![CDATA[Folarin Balogun is available to play for the United States in their World Cup last-16 tie against Belgium after his one-game ban was suspended by Fifa, BBC Sport reports. The 25-year-old striker was shown a straight red card for a foul on Bosnia-Herzegovina defender Tarik Muharemovic as the co-hosts won their last-32 tie 2-0. Fifa [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Balogun Available For Belgium Clash As Red Card Ban Suspended appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-balogun-available-for-belgium-clash-as-red-card-ban-suspended/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-balogun-available-for-belgium-clash-as-red-card-ban-suspended/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Diaw Tenders Apology For Mistake Against Belgium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal goalkeeper Mory Diaw publicly apologized to fans following his costly error in the 89th minute, which allowed Belgium to equalize during their 3-2 Round of 32 defeat at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Diaw stepping in for injured starter Edouard Mendy rushed off his line but failed to intercept a cross, allowing Youri Tielemans [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Diaw Tenders Apology For Mistake Against Belgium appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-diaw-tenders-apology-for-mistake-against-belgium/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-diaw-tenders-apology-for-mistake-against-belgium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Benin Coach Azonsou Eyes Comeback After Narrow Defeat To Flamingos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benin U-17 women&rsquo;s head coach Idah Azonsou has praised her players for their spirited display despite Saturday&rsquo;s 3-2 defeat to Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos in the first leg of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup final qualifying round tie. Azonsou remains confident her side can overturn the deficit in the return leg, which is scheduled for [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Benin Coach Azonsou Eyes Comeback After Narrow Defeat To Flamingos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-benin-coach-azonsou-eyes-comeback-after-narrow-defeat-to-flamingos/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-benin-coach-azonsou-eyes-comeback-after-narrow-defeat-to-flamingos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D’Tigers Outclass Rwanda In Final World Cup Qualifying Group Fixture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s D&rsquo;Tigers hammered Rwanda 106-62 in their final Group C fixture, at the FIBA Basketball 2027 World Cup African Qualifiers. The dominant win ensured D&rsquo;Tigers ended the three-game window with a perfect record, having earlier defeated Tunisia and Guinea. Point guard Uche Iroegbu had an outstanding performance, finishing with 17 points and seven assists, while [...]<br />
The post D&rsquo;Tigers Outclass Rwanda In Final World Cup Qualifying Group Fixture appeared first on Comple]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-outclass-rwanda-in-final-world-cup-qualifying-group-fixture/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-outclass-rwanda-in-final-world-cup-qualifying-group-fixture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wimbledon: Players Should Agree To Long-Term Annual Prize Money Increase  –Nadal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rafael Nadal has proposed a 10-year fixed agreement between players and Grand Slams to guarantee annual prize money increases. Speaking to CNBC, Nadal argued against a direct revenue percentage, stating current payouts have increased significantly over the last 15 years, and that tournament organizers deserve compensation for their year-round investments. Read Also:Commonwealth Games 2026: Team [...]<br />
The post Wimbledon: Players Should Agree To Long-Term Annual Prize Money Increase&ndash;Nadal ap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wimbledon-players-should-agree-to-long-term-annual-prize-money-increase-nadal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wimbledon-players-should-agree-to-long-term-annual-prize-money-increase-nadal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Busari Urges Flamingos To Improve Ahead Benin Return Leg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has said it is important for his players to improve on their performance against Benin Republic in the second leg of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup final qualifying round fixture. Nigeria defeated the Young Amazons 3-2 in the first leg at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Busari Urges Flamingos To Improve Ahead Benin Return Leg appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-busari-urges-flamingos-to-improve-ahead-benin-return-leg/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-busari-urges-flamingos-to-improve-ahead-benin-return-leg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Neymar Will Start Against Norway  –Brazil Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Neymar is fully fit and ready to play a full 90 minutes against Norway in their FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 clash. The Brazil boss has revealed that the Santos ace will appear alongside the Real Madrid star as the South Americans continue their World [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Neymar Will Start Against Norway&ndash;Brazil Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-neymar-will-start-against-norway-brazil-coach/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-neymar-will-start-against-norway-brazil-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Paraguay Players Were ‘Absolute Disgrace’  —Joe Hart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England and Manchester City goalkeeper, Joe Hart, called the Paraguay players &ldquo;an absolute disgrace&rdquo; for how they played during their World Cup round of 16 defeat to France. Hart believes they pushed the boundaries too far with their conduct and were caught up in the emotion of the occasion. One moment that particularly angered [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Paraguay Players Were &lsquo;Absolute Disgrace&rsquo;&mdash;Joe Hart appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-paraguay-players-were-absolute-disgrace-joe-hart/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-paraguay-players-were-absolute-disgrace-joe-hart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Real Madrid Sign Dutch Defender Dumfries Crom Inter Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid have signed Netherlands full-back Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan on a four-year deal. While the transfer fee has not been confirmed, Madrid have reportedly activated the 30-year-old&rsquo;s release clause, which was &euro;20 million. Madrid, in a statement, wrote on their website on Sunday:&rdquo;Real Madrid C.F. and Inter Milan have [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Real Madrid Sign Dutch Defender Dumfries Crom Inter Milan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-real-madrid-sign-dutch-defender-dumfries-crom-inter-milan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-real-madrid-sign-dutch-defender-dumfries-crom-inter-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golden Eaglets Begin China Invitational With Defeat To Tanzania]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Golden Eaglets began their campaign at the four-nation China International Youth Football Tournament with a 3-2 defeat to Tanzania on Sunday. The East Africans made a bright start, taking a 2-0 lead into the break thanks to first-half strikes from Issa Chole and Hamisi Chenga. The Golden Eaglets came out with renewed purpose after [...]<br />
The post Golden Eaglets Begin China Invitational With Defeat To Tanzania appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/golden-eaglets-begin-china-invitational-with-defeat-to-tanzania/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/golden-eaglets-begin-china-invitational-with-defeat-to-tanzania/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Spain Must Be Wary Of Ronaldo  –Simon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain goalkeeper Unai Sim&oacute;n has disclosed that Cristiano Ronaldo remains one of football&rsquo;s most dangerous penalty-box finishers. Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match in Dallas, Sim&oacute;n warned his team that Ronaldo still retains his lethal goalscorer&rsquo;s instinct and must be kept as far away from the box as possible. Read [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Spain Must Be Wary Of Ronaldo&ndash;Simon appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-must-be-wary-of-ronaldo-simon/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-spain-must-be-wary-of-ronaldo-simon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Malawi Unveil New Technical Adviser Ahead Super Falcons Opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Football Association of Malawi ,FAM, has appointed Sudesh Singh as technical adviser to the Scorchers ahead of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. Singh will join the coaching crew led by head coach Lovemore Fazili, with Tyrese Steyn continuing in his role as performance analyst. FAM said the appointment was made [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Malawi Unveil New Technical Adviser Ahead Super Falcons Opener appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-malawi-unveil-new-technical-adviser-ahead-super-falcons-opener/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 11:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-malawi-unveil-new-technical-adviser-ahead-super-falcons-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Guéhi Labels Mexico Favourites Ahead Of England Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marc Gu&eacute;hi has said he believes Mexico are the favourites for England&rsquo;s World Cup last-16 clash at the Estadio Azteca. The reward for Wednesday&rsquo;s 2-1 comeback win against the Democratic Republic of Congo is Sunday&rsquo;s mouthwatering last-16 tie in Mexico City. A hostile atmosphere and high altitude await Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s men in Mexico, where England [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Gu&eacute;hi Labels Mexico Favourites Ahead Of England Clash appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-guhi-labels-mexico-favourites-ahead-of-england-clash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-guhi-labels-mexico-favourites-ahead-of-england-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We Know How To Play Ugly Football  —Mbappe On Paraguay Tactics]]></title><description><![CDATA[France star Kylian Mbapp&eacute; has said the French team also know how to play ugly football, after their hardfought 1-0 win against Paraguay in Saturday&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 clash. Mbapp&eacute; broke through against a physical, defensive-minded Paraguay side when he converted a penalty kick in the 70th minute, following a foul [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We Know How To Play Ugly Football&mdash;Mbappe On Paraguay Tactics appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-know-how-to-play-ugly-football-mbappe-on-paraguay-tactics/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-know-how-to-play-ugly-football-mbappe-on-paraguay-tactics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We’ll Do Everything To Bring More Joy To Moroccans  –Ounahi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco star Azzedine Ounahi has disclosed that the Atlas Lions&rsquo; biggest reward is seeing the Moroccan people celebrate, emphasizing that the players are determined to do everything to bring more joy to their country. He made these remarks after leading Morocco to a 3-0 victory over Canada in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We&rsquo;ll Do Everything To Bring More Joy To Moroccans&ndash;Ounahi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-well-do-everything-to-bring-more-joy-to-moroccans-ounahi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-well-do-everything-to-bring-more-joy-to-moroccans-ounahi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Morocco Coach Ouahbi Talks Up Win Over Canada]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has reacted to his team&rsquo;s victory over Canada, Completesports.com reports. The Atlas Lions thrashed the co-hosts 3-0 in Houston to earn a place in the quarter-finals of FIFA World Cup 2026. Canada dominated the opening half, but second-half braces from Azzedine Ounahi and a late goal by Soufiane Rahimi powered [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Morocco Coach Ouahbi Talks Up Win Over Canada appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-coach-ouahbi-talks-up-win-over-canada/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-coach-ouahbi-talks-up-win-over-canada/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Mexico Coach Shrugs Off Altitude Factor Against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico&rsquo; coach Javier Aguirre has dismissed concerns and discussions about the altitude at Estadio Azteca being an advantage for his team ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 round-of-16 clash against England. Aguirre stated that the physical condition will not decide the game, noting, &ldquo;It&rsquo;s 11 against 11,&rdquo; and stressed that Mexico will need to [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Mexico Coach Shrugs Off Altitude Factor Against England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mexico-coach-shrugs-off-altitude-factor-against-england/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mexico-coach-shrugs-off-altitude-factor-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osaka Targets Sabalenka Revenge In Wimbledon Last 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Naomi Osaka will seek revenge against world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a blockbuster Wimbledon last-16 showdown on Sunday. Sabalenka holds an active head-to-head advantage, having defeated the Japanese star in three consecutive meetings earlier in the year. Read Also:Wimbledon: Djokovic Gives Injury Update Ahead Safiullin Clash A coveted quarter-final spot at the All England [...]<br />
The post Osaka Targets Sabalenka Revenge In Wimbledon Last 16 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osaka-targets-sabalenka-revenge-in-wimbledon-last-16/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/osaka-targets-sabalenka-revenge-in-wimbledon-last-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cape Verde Goalkeeper  Now World’s Most Followed Goalkeeper on Instagram with Over 20m Followers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has skyrocketed to over 20 million Instagram followers. This was as a result of the 40-year-old&rsquo;s breakout performances during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he helped the Blue Sharks reach the round of 16. Entering the tournament with just 50,000 followers, Vozinha gained over 18 million new fans overnight and [...]<br />
The post Cape Verde GoalkeeperNow World&rsquo;s Most Followed Goalkeeper on Instagram with Over 20m Followers appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-goalkeeper-now-worlds-most-followed-goalkeeper-on-instagram-with-over-20m-followers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-goalkeeper-now-worlds-most-followed-goalkeeper-on-instagram-with-over-20m-followers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Morocco Secures Quarterfinal Spot After Comfortable 3-0 Win Against Canada]]></title><description><![CDATA[Azzedine Ounahi scored twice to lead Morocco to a 3-0 win over Canada in the World Cup round of 16 Saturday to make the country the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once, usnews.com reports. It&rsquo;s Morocco&rsquo;s second straight appearance in the quarterfinals after becoming the first African team to reach the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Morocco Secures Quarterfinal Spot After Comfortable 3-0 Win Against Canada appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-secures-quarterfinal-spot-after-comfortable-3-0-win-against-canada/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-secures-quarterfinal-spot-after-comfortable-3-0-win-against-canada/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Eight Tunisian Players Test Positive For Banned Substance In Drugs Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight players in Tunisia squad have tested positive for a banned substance during their drugs test at the World Cup, Metro reports. Tunisia are already out of the World Cup after finishing bottom of Group F following heavy defeats to Sweden, Japan and the Netherlands. The African nation also sacked head coach, Sabri Lamouchi, following [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Eight Tunisian Players Test Positive For Banned Substance In Drugs Test appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-eight-tunisian-players-test-positive-for-banned-substance-in-drugs-test/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-eight-tunisian-players-test-positive-for-banned-substance-in-drugs-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Most Memorable Super Eagles Matches At The FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Super Eagles may be missing from the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, but Nigeria&rsquo;s rich World Cup history continues to command global respect. Across six appearances at football&rsquo;s biggest tournament, the three-time African champions have produced unforgettable moments that remain etched in the memories of fans worldwide. From a dream debut against Bulgaria in [...]<br />
The post 5 Most Memorable Super Eagles Matches At The FIFA World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/5-most-memorable-super-eagles-matches-at-the-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/5-most-memorable-super-eagles-matches-at-the-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Secure Narrow Victory Over Benin Republic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Benin Republic in the first leg of their final qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup at the Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne, on Saturday. The visitors made a dream start when Yenido Romaine Gandonou fired Benin into the lead in the 14th minute, [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Secure Narrow Victory Over Benin Republic appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-flamingos-secure-narrow-victory-over-benin-republic/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-flamingos-secure-narrow-victory-over-benin-republic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Egypt Will Fight Till The End Against Argentina  –Shobeir]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir says the Pharaohs are highly motivated to give their all and fight until the final whistle when they face Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16. The upcoming face-off against Lionel Messi&rsquo;s Argentina follows a massive milestone for the Pharaohs, who reached the World Cup knockout rounds for [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Egypt Will Fight Till The End Against Argentina&ndash;Shobeir appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-will-fight-till-the-end-against-argentina-shobeir/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-will-fight-till-the-end-against-argentina-shobeir/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Besiktas Agree Terms With Arsenal For Trossard Transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish giants Besiktas have agreed a &euro;20 million deal with Arsenal to sign Leandro Trossard, nowarsenal.com reports. The package consists of an &euro;18 million fee plus &euro;2 million in add-ons, though the transfer is not yet complete as personal terms and wages are still being finalised. Trossard has one year remaining on his Arsenal contract. [...]<br />
The post Besiktas Agree Terms With Arsenal For Trossard Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/besiktas-agree-terms-with-arsenal-for-trossard-transfer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/besiktas-agree-terms-with-arsenal-for-trossard-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wimbledon: Djokovic Gives Injury Update Ahead Safiullin Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has dismissed injury fears ahead of his fourth-round clash against Roman Safiullin in the 2026 Wimbledon championship. During his hard-fought four-set victory over France&rsquo;s Arthur Rinderknech, television cameras caught Djokovic repeatedly punching his legs during the third set. Read Also:Serena Doubtful For Wimbledon Doubles The strange behavior sparked fears of [...]<br />
The post Wimbledon: Djokovic Gives Injury Update Ahead Safiullin Clash appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wimbledon-djokovic-gives-injury-update-ahead-safiullin-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wimbledon-djokovic-gives-injury-update-ahead-safiullin-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Wikki Tourists Name Bala Abubakar New Technical Adviser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wikki Tourists have confirmed the appointment of Bala Abubakar as their new technical adviser ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. Abubakar succeeds Evans Ogenyi, who stepped down from the role following the club&rsquo;s relegation from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) last season. The experienced tactician has been handed the responsibility of [...]<br />
The post NNL: Wikki Tourists Name Bala Abubakar New Technical Adviser appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-wikki-tourists-name-bala-abubakar-new-technical-adviser/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-wikki-tourists-name-bala-abubakar-new-technical-adviser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commonwealth Games 2026: Team Nigeria Arrive in Aberdeen for Three-Week Training Camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Team Nigeria Begin Final Preparations in Aberdeen Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC) and Chef de Mission of Team Nigeria to the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Bukola Olopade, was on hand to receive Team Nigeria&rsquo;s athletes and officials at the pre-Games training camp in Aberdeen, Scotland. The team will camp for 20 days before [...]<br />
The post Commonwealth Games 2026: Team Nigeria Arrive in Aberdeen for Three-Week Training Camp appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/commonwealth-games-2026-team-nigeria-arrive-in-aberdeen-for-three-week-training-camp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/commonwealth-games-2026-team-nigeria-arrive-in-aberdeen-for-three-week-training-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Busari Declares Flamingos Ready For Benin Republic Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flamingos head coach Akeem Busari has expressed confidence that his team will defeat neighbours Benin Republic and book their place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup. Nigeria will host the Young Amazons in the first leg of the final qualifying round tie at the Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne on Saturday. The second [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Busari Declares Flamingos Ready For Benin Republic Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-busari-declares-flamingos-ready-for-benin-republic-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-busari-declares-flamingos-ready-for-benin-republic-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Opens Bidding Process For AFCON 2028, 2032, 2036]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Confederation of African Football ,CAF, has officially launched the bidding process for the 2028, 2032 and 2036 editions of the Africa Cup of Nations , AFCON, inviting all its 54 Member Associations to compete for the right to host the continent&rsquo;s biggest football tournament. CAF announced the decision in a statement published on its [...]<br />
The post CAF Opens Bidding Process For AFCON 2028, 2032, 2036 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-opens-bidding-process-for-afcon-2028-2032-2036/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-opens-bidding-process-for-afcon-2028-2032-2036/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘Cape Verde Kicked The Crap Out Of Me’  –Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following Argentina&rsquo;s thrilling 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, Lionel Messi joked that his opponents demanded his jersey despite the rough physical treatment he endured during the match. Recall that the reigning champions were pushed to the limit by debutants Cape Verde, needing an own goal [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;Cape Verde Kicked The Crap Out Of Me&rsquo;&ndash;Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verde-kicked-the-crap-out-of-me-messi/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verde-kicked-the-crap-out-of-me-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: France Must Not Depend On Aggression To Beat Paraguay  –Deschamps]]></title><description><![CDATA[France coach Didier Deschamps has warned his team to be wary of a tenacious Paraguay squad in today&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match in Philadelphia. Deschamps warned his team against complacency, noting that Paraguay&rsquo;s advancement to the knockout stages and their upset over Germany are no accident. Read Also:World Cup 2026: &lsquo;Best [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: France Must Not Depend On Aggression To Beat Paraguay&ndash;Deschamps appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-must-not-depend-on-aggression-to-beat-paraguay-deschamps/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-france-must-not-depend-on-aggression-to-beat-paraguay-deschamps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘We Made 120 Million Egyptians Happy’ — Hassan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt striker Haissem Hassan says the team is thrilled to have brought joy to millions of fans back home following their victory over Australia. Hossam Hassan&rsquo;s side advanced to the Round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 after edging Australia 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw. Playing their first-ever match in [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;We Made 120 Million Egyptians Happy&rsquo; &mdash; Hassan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-made-120-million-egyptians-happy-hassan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-made-120-million-egyptians-happy-hassan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana’s Performance Was Below Average  —Gyan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has delivered a candid assessment of Ghana&rsquo;s performance following the team&rsquo;s 1-0 defeat to Colombia, describing the display as below the expected standard and insisting the South Americans fully deserved their victory. Ghana&rsquo;s hopes of advancing at the FIFA World Cup came to an end after Colombia capitalised on [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana&rsquo;s Performance Was Below Average&mdash;Gyan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghanas-performance-was-below-average-gyan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghanas-performance-was-below-average-gyan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘We Dignify Our Country’ — Bubista Hails Cape Verde’s Historic World Cup Run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde head coach Bubista has said they can be proud of their historic run at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. The Blue Stars bowed out of the competition following a 3-2 defeat to defending champions Argentina in Miami. Blue Stars Put Up Brave Fight Argentina took the lead twice in the keenly [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;We Dignify Our Country&rsquo; &mdash; Bubista Hails Cape Verde&rsquo;s Historic World Cup Run appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-dignify-our-country-bubista-hails-cape-verdes-historic-world-cup-run/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/we-dignify-our-country-bubista-hails-cape-verdes-historic-world-cup-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘Best Team Won The Game’  –Queiroz Reacts To Ghana’s Loss Vs Colombia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed immense pride in his team following their exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that Colombia &#8288;beat &#8288;Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup round of &#8288;16, as Jhon Arias scored the only goal &#8288;and set up a clash with Switzerland. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Ghana Bow [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;Best Team Won The Game&rsquo;&ndash;Queiroz Reacts To Ghana&rsquo;s Loss Vs Colombia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-best-team-won-the-game-queiroz-reacts-to-ghanas-loss-vs-colombia/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-best-team-won-the-game-queiroz-reacts-to-ghanas-loss-vs-colombia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana Bow  Out After Slim  Defeat To Colombia]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Black Stars of Ghana bowed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. Jhon Arias scored the decisive goal early in the contest as Colombia produced a composed and dominant display to book their place in the Round of 16. Ghana threatened inside [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana BowOut After SlimDefeat To Colombia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-bow-out-after-slim-defeat-to-colombia/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-bow-out-after-slim-defeat-to-colombia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Scores As Argentina Edge Cape Verde In Five-Goal Thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a thrilling and unforgettable FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 match as underdog Cape Verde narrowly lost, 3-2, to the reigning champion, Argentina, on Friday. Even in defeat, the performance by Cape Verde, a tiny island nation off the western coast of Africa, will stand as one of the most remarkable stories [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Scores As Argentina Edge Cape Verde In Five-Goal Thriller appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-scores-as-argentina-edge-cape-verde-in-five-goal-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-scores-as-argentina-edge-cape-verde-in-five-goal-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia Vs Ghana Live Blogging – FIFA World Cup 2026 (Round of 32)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash between Los Cafeteros (The Coffee Growers) of Colombia and the Black Stars of Ghana at the Kansas City Stadium, Missouri, USA.<br />
The post Colombia Vs Ghana Live Blogging &ndash; FIFA World Cup 2026 (Round of 32) appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/colombia-vs-ghana-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-round-of-32/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/colombia-vs-ghana-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-round-of-32/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salah: Egypt made history with World Cup shoot-out triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah said he and his Egypt team-mates had made history by beating Australia in a penalty shoot-out to book their spot in the last 16 of the World Cup.<br />
The teams played out a 1-1 draw after extra time at Dallas Stadium, with Emam Ashour's first-half opener cancelled out by a Mohamed Hany own goal after the break.<br />
Harry Souttar and Lucas Herrington were unsuccessful from 12 yards for the Socceroos, and Hossam Abdelmaguid guided home the final spot-kick to give Egypt a 4-2 shoot-out triump]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salah-egypt-made-history-with-world-cup-shoot-out-triumph/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salah-egypt-made-history-with-world-cup-shoot-out-triumph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Egypt Overcome Australia On Penalty Shootout To Reach Round Of 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah coolly tucked away a panenka penalty as Egypt beat Australia to clinch their first win in a World Cup knockout match, in their round of 32 match on Friday. The game was decided via penalty shootout with Hossam Abdelmaguid scoring the deciding kick as Egypt made history by beating Australia 4-2 in a [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Egypt Overcome Australia On Penalty Shootout To Reach Round Of 16 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-overcome-australia-on-penalty-shootout-to-reach-round-of-16/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-overcome-australia-on-penalty-shootout-to-reach-round-of-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Neymar Unhappy With Bench Role  –Brazil Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has disclosed that Neymar is unhappy with his limited bench role at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Neymar has made just one substitute appearance so far, playing the final 14 minutes in a 3-0 group-stage win over Scotland. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Won&rsquo;t Be Easy Game For Argentina [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Neymar Unhappy With Bench Role&ndash;Brazil Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-neymar-unhappy-with-bench-role-brazil-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-neymar-unhappy-with-bench-role-brazil-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Postecoglou named head coach of Pro League champions Al-Nassr]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ange Postecoglou has been announced as Al-Nassr's new head coach.<br />
Jorge Jesus left his post at Al-Nassr, who are led by Cristiano Ronaldo, at the end of the 2025-26 season, despite leading them to the Saudi Pro League title for the first time in seven years.<br />
And now Postecoglou is returning to management for the first time since being sacked by Nottingham Forest last October after just 39 days in charge.<br />
That was the shortest managerial reign of any permanent Premier League manager to leave a cl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/postecoglou-named-head-coach-of-pro-league-champions-al-nassr/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/postecoglou-named-head-coach-of-pro-league-champions-al-nassr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ:Flamingos Aim To See Off Benin, Book Finals Spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s U-17 girls, the Flamingos, will take another significant step towards the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup when they host neighbours Benin Republic in the first leg of the final qualifying round at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, on Saturday. A place at the global showpiece is now within touching distance, with only two [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ:Flamingos Aim To See Off Benin, Book Finals Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcqflamingos-aim-to-see-off-benin-book-finals-spot/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcqflamingos-aim-to-see-off-benin-book-finals-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Palhinha Confirms Departure From Tottenham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jo&atilde;o Palhinha has confirmed his Tottenham exit after the club decided not to trigger the &pound;22 million (&euro;30m) permanent purchase option following his loan spell from Bayern Munich. The Portuguese midfielder posted an emotional farewell message expressing heartfelt gratitude to the fans and staff. Read Also:World Cup 2026: England Will Struggle To Cope With Altitude [...]<br />
The post Palhinha Confirms Departure From Tottenham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/palhinha-confirms-departure-from-tottenham/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/palhinha-confirms-departure-from-tottenham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[He’s An Extraordinary Player  –Simeone Hails Alvarez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atl&eacute;tico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has described Julian Alvarez as an extraordinary player amid an ongoing transfer saga, with the striker strongly linked to Barcelona. Simeone stated that the 26-year-old should focus on upcoming matches, confirming he remains their best player and a focal point if he stays.&nbsp; Read Also:World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Won&rsquo;t [...]<br />
The post He&rsquo;s An Extraordinary Player&ndash;Simeone Hails Alvarez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-an-extraordinary-player-simeone-hails-alvarez/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hes-an-extraordinary-player-simeone-hails-alvarez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Onana returns to Trabzonspor on loan for second season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andre Onana is heading back to Trabzonspor on loan from Manchester United for a second consecutive season.<br />
Onana first joined the Turkish side in September last year for a season-long loan and has now returned for the 2026-27 campaign.<br />
There is reportedly no option to buy within the agreement, with Onana, who still has two years remaining on his United contract, expected to return to Manchester at the end of the season.<br />
The Cameroon international made 33 appearances in all competitions for Trabz]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/onana-returns-to-trabzonspor-on-loan-for-second-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/onana-returns-to-trabzonspor-on-loan-for-second-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Send Onana Back On Loan To Trabzonspor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andre Onana is heading back to Trabzonspor on loan from Manchester United for a second consecutive season, beIN Sport reports. Onana first joined the Turkish side in September last year for a season-long loan and has now returned for the 2026-27 campaign. There is reportedly no option to buy within the agreement, with Onana, who [...]<br />
The post Man United Send Onana Back On Loan To Trabzonspor appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-send-onana-back-on-loan-to-trabzonspor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-send-onana-back-on-loan-to-trabzonspor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D’Tigers Clinch Nervy Win Against Guinea To Reach World Cup Qualification Second Round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s D&rsquo;Tigers ended Guinea&rsquo;s winning streak, after securing a hard-fought 80-79 triumph to record their victory in Group C, first round at the FIBA World Cup qualifiers on Friday in Luanda. The victory means D&rsquo;Tigers qualify for the second round of the World Cup qualifiers alongside Guinea. The Nigerian men&rsquo;s team went into the contest [...]<br />
The post D&rsquo;Tigers Clinch Nervy Win Against Guinea To Reach World Cup Qualification Second Round appeared first on C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-clinch-nervy-win-against-guinea-to-reach-world-cup-qualification-second-round/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-clinch-nervy-win-against-guinea-to-reach-world-cup-qualification-second-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Group Opponent Zambia Line Up Algeria Friendlies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Copper Queens of Zambia will play two friendlies against Algeria as part of the their preparations for the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. The two friendlies will be played on Sunday, 19 July, and Wednesday, 22 July before the two teams jet out to Morocco on the same flight for the [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons Group Opponent Zambia Line Up Algeria Friendlies appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-group-opponent-zambia-line-up-algeria-friendlies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-group-opponent-zambia-line-up-algeria-friendlies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tottenham had ‘profound impact’ on Palhinha as he bids farewell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joao Palhinha has confirmed he will not be making the move to Tottenham from Bayern Munich permanent.<br />
Palhinha spent the 2025-26 season on loan in north London, making 45 appearances in all competitions and playing a key role in ensuring they avoided relegation from the Premier League.<br />
He was their hero on the final day, with his goal securing a 1-0 win over Everton that secured their top-flight status.<br />
Palhinha won his team five points via goals scored in the Premier League in 2025-26; it was t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tottenham-had-profound-impact-on-palhinha-as-he-bids-farewell/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tottenham-had-profound-impact-on-palhinha-as-he-bids-farewell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Ake Joins Turkish Giants Fenerbahce]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dutch defender Nathan Ake has completed a move to Turkish giants Fenerbahce, bringing an end to a six-year spell at Manchester City, Tribal Football reports. Fenerbahce announced the signing on Friday, but kept the contract length and transfer fee undisclosed. Ake, 31, joined Manchester City from Bournemouth in 2020 for a reported fee of &euro;45 [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Ake Joins Turkish Giants Fenerbahce appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-ake-joins-turkish-giants-fenerbahce/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-ake-joins-turkish-giants-fenerbahce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It was just a dream’ – Brown signs with Bayern on five-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich have signed Nathaniel Brown from Eintracht Frankfurt on a five-year contract.<br />
Brown, who represented Germany at the World Cup before their last-32 exit to Paraguay, has put pen to paper on a deal running through to June 2031.<br />
The 23-year-old joined Eintracht in January 2024, making 72 appearances for them in all competitions.<br />
In 2025-26, he was named the club's Player of the Season, recording four goals and four assists in the Bundesliga, as well as getting two assists in the Champ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-was-just-a-dream-brown-signs-with-bayern-on-five-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-was-just-a-dream-brown-signs-with-bayern-on-five-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kayode Pens New Long-Term Brentford Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Kayode has penned a new long-term contract with Premier League club Brentford, Completesports.com reports. Kayode only linked up with the Bees just one year ago from Fiorentina in a deal worth &euro;18m. The new contract will see the versatile full-back remain with Brentford until June 2032, with the club keeping an option to extend [...]<br />
The post Kayode Pens New Long-Term Brentford Contract appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kayode-pens-new-long-term-brentford-contract/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kayode-pens-new-long-term-brentford-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 111: Kanu Nwankwo’s Football Sojourn At Arsenal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Born on August 1, 1976, in Owerri, Imo State, Kanu Nwankwo rose from humble beginnings to become one of Africa and the world&rsquo;s most decorated footballers, having won a plethora of trophies at both club and international levels.Few footballers have carried the hopes of a nation and inspired generations the way Kanu has done, with [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 111: Kanu Nwankwo&rsquo;s Football Sojourn At Arsenal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-111-kanu-nwankwos-football-sojourn-at-arsenal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-111-kanu-nwankwos-football-sojourn-at-arsenal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Ogunmodede Takes Charge At Kano Pillars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kano Pillars have confirmed the appointment of Daniel Ogunmodede as the club&rsquo;s new technical adviser ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, reports Completesports.com. The four-time NPFL champions announced the appointment in a brief statement posted on their official X account on Friday. &ldquo;We&rsquo;ve reached an agreement to appoint Daniel Ogunmodede (Ijaball) [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Ogunmodede Takes Charge At Kano Pillars appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-ogunmodede-takes-charge-at-kano-pillars/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-ogunmodede-takes-charge-at-kano-pillars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kayode pens new six-year Brentford deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brentford have handed a new six-year contract to impressive full-back Michael Kayode, with an option to extend that deal by a further 12 months.<br />
Kayode joined the Bees, initially on loan, from Fiorentina in January 2025 and has gone on to make 56 appearances for the club in all competitions.<br />
He built a reputation as the Premier League's best long-throw specialist last season as Keith Andrews' side finished ninth, only missing out on European qualification on goal difference.<br />
Kayode, who has been]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kayode-pens-new-six-year-brentford-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kayode-pens-new-six-year-brentford-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Canada vs Morocco]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada and Morocco will meet at NRG Stadium in Houston on Saturday afternoon, as both nations compete for a place in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals.<br />
Canada reached the round of 16 after beating South Africa in the previous round, while Morocco advanced after eliminating the Netherlands on penalties.<br />
Verdict: Morocco to winBest odds: 3/4Bookmaker: 888sport<br />
Canada<br />
Canada enters this match as one of the biggest stories of the tournament. Jesse Marsch&rsquo;s side has already made national footbal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-canada-vs-morocco/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-canada-vs-morocco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Will Struggle To Cope With Altitude Against Mexico  –Mills]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester City defender Danny Mills expressed serious concerns about the altitude during England&rsquo;s World Cup clash in Mexico, stating that England will not be prepared for that. Playing in Mexico City, which sits at an elevation of roughly 2,200 meters (7,300 feet), creates a significant environmental challenge for visiting teams. Read Also:World Cup 2026: [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Will Struggle To Cope With Altitude Against Mexico&ndash;Mills appeared first on Complet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-will-struggle-to-cope-with-altitude-against-mexico-mills/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-will-struggle-to-cope-with-altitude-against-mexico-mills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interest in Nigerian Football Is Growing Amid The Popularity Of Online Gambling Services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lagos, 9 p.m. on a Saturday. The referee hasn&rsquo;t blown the whistle yet, but there are already 47 messages in the group chat. One guy posted his accumulator slip. Another pointed out a late change to the team list. Half the group isn&rsquo;t watching the match. They&rsquo;re watching the odds. That&rsquo;s $3a.63 billion by the [...]<br />
The post Interest in Nigerian Football Is Growing Amid The Popularity Of Online Gambling Services appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/interest-in-nigerian-football-is-growing-amid-the-popularity-of-online-gambling-services/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/interest-in-nigerian-football-is-growing-amid-the-popularity-of-online-gambling-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manchester City hijack Arsenal move for Jeremy Monga]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to multiple sources, Manchester City have reached an agreement with Leicester City over the proposed transfer of Jeremy Monga. They&rsquo;ve also agreed personal terms with the player&rsquo;s camp, and the deal is now set to be completed.<br />
Arsenal were reportedly in long talks with Leicester over Monga, but there was no breakthrough in the negotiations and Manchester City stepped in to take advantage of the situation. It is believed that newly appointed City boss Enzo Maresca was direct]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/manchester-city-hijack-arsenal-move-for-jeremy-monga/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/manchester-city-hijack-arsenal-move-for-jeremy-monga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colombia vs Ghana Bet Builder Tips &ndash;  4/1 World Cup Special, Analysis &amp; Predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two camps who will get their respective World Cup Round of 32 adventures underway in the early hours of Saturday, Colombia and Ghana will meet in Kansas City.<br />
Embarking on what has been a real purple patch on either side of opening their North America campaign, La Tricolor are riding a serious wave of momentum and find themselves installed as a standout contender at the Arrowhead Stadium.<br />
While Ghana might have just about dragged themselves to the knockout stage of this summer&rsquo;s tournament]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/colombia-vs-ghana-bet-builder-tips-ndash-41-world-cup-special-analysis-amp-predictions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/colombia-vs-ghana-bet-builder-tips-ndash-41-world-cup-special-analysis-amp-predictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atleti want to build around ‘top five’ talent Alvarez, insists Simeone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atletico Madrid have every intention of keeping Julian Alvarez and building their team around him, with Diego Simeone ranking the Barcelona target as one of the top five players in the world.<br />
Alvarez's future has been the subject of fierce debate in recent weeks, after he told Atleti he wishes to leave and "fulfil his dream" of representing Barca.<br />
The Blaugrana have subsequently confirmed they have made an offer for the Argentine's services, but Atleti &ndash; who had already knocked back a bid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/atleti-want-to-build-around-top-five-talent-alvarez-insists-simeone/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/atleti-want-to-build-around-top-five-talent-alvarez-insists-simeone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Nigeria Sustain Chelle’s $100,000 Monthly Salary?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big responsibility, bigger expectations! Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has reportedly been handed an expanded role, with a new contract that will also see him oversee the Nigeria U-23 Eagles. What does this dual appointment mean for Nigerian football, and can Chelle successfully manage both national teams? In this video, we break down the [...]<br />
The post Can Nigeria Sustain Chelle&rsquo;s $100,000 Monthly Salary? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/can-nigeria-sustain-chelles-100000-monthly-salary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/can-nigeria-sustain-chelles-100000-monthly-salary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Petkovic Urges Algeria To Take Positives From Switzerland Defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vladimir Petkovic has urged Algeria to move on after their 2-0 defeat to Switzerland ended the Desert Foxes&rsquo; World Cup 2026 campaign in the Round of 32. Early goals in each half from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye powered Switzerland into the Round of 16 for the fourth consecutive World Cup. Switzerland will remain in [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Petkovic Urges Algeria To Take Positives From Switzerland Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-petkovic-urges-algeria-to-take-positives-from-switzerland-defeat/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-petkovic-urges-algeria-to-take-positives-from-switzerland-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Kane Can Be Compared To Messi  –Gordon]]></title><description><![CDATA[England midfielder Anthony Gordon has praised teammate Harry Kane, comparing his phenomenal consistency and form to Lionel Messi. Following Kane&rsquo;s match-winning brace against DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026, Gordon stated that the striker is having an elite season that only Lionel Messi has ever beaten.&nbsp; Read Also:World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Won&rsquo;t [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Kane Can Be Compared To Messi&ndash;Gordon appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-kane-can-be-compared-to-messi-gordon/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-kane-can-be-compared-to-messi-gordon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Club Brugge Step Up Chase For Tottenham’s Nigerian-Eligible Wonderkid Sowunmi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgian heavyweights Club Brugge are weighing up a summer move for Tottenham Hotspur youngster Elisha Sowunmi, with the highly-rated forward emerging as one of the club&rsquo;s priority youth targets, Completesports.com can exclusively report. Sowunmi Emerges As Club Brugge&rsquo;s Priority Youth Target Sources close to the negotiations have revealed that Club Brugge have maintained a long-standing [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: Club Brugge Step Up Chase For Tottenham&rsquo;s Nigerian-Eligible Wonder]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-club-brugge-step-up-chase-for-tottenhams-nigerian-eligible-wonderkid-sowunmi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-club-brugge-step-up-chase-for-tottenhams-nigerian-eligible-wonderkid-sowunmi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commonwealth Games 2026: Tinubu Charges Team Nigeria To Chase Glory, Uphold Nigeria’s Honour In Glasgow]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday charged Team Nigeria to compete with honour, discipline and excellence as worthy ambassadors of Nigeria at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, reports Completesports.com. The President made the charge while addressing the Team Nigeria leadership during a presidential send-off ceremony at the Aso Rock Villa. Represented by his Chief [...]<br />
The post Commonwealth Games 2026: Tinubu Charges Team Nigeria To Chase Glory, Uphold Nigeria&rsquo;s Honour In Glasg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/commonwealth-games-2026-tinubu-charges-team-nigeria-to-chase-glory-uphold-nigerias-honour-in-glasgow/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/commonwealth-games-2026-tinubu-charges-team-nigeria-to-chase-glory-uphold-nigerias-honour-in-glasgow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Won’t Be Easy Game For Argentina  — Scaloni]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni warned his squad not to underestimate Cape Verde ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Scaloni stated that the debutants&rsquo; unbeaten group-stage run against heavyweights like Spain and Uruguay was no accident. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Ghana Must Avoid Any [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Won&rsquo;t Be Easy Game For Argentina&mdash; Scaloni appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verde-wont-be-easy-game-for-argentina-scaloni/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verde-wont-be-easy-game-for-argentina-scaloni/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[He’ll Retire From Football After World Cup 2026  –Ronaldo’s Sister]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo&rsquo;s sister, Katia Aveiro, has confirmed that the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 will be his final tournament with the national team. She stated on SportTV that fans should &ldquo;enjoy it while it lasts,&rdquo; as his international career is nearing its end. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Ghana Must Avoid Any Margin For Errors Against [...]<br />
The post He&rsquo;ll Retire From Football After World Cup 2026&ndash;Ronaldo&rsquo;s Sister appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hell-retire-from-football-after-world-cup-2026-ronaldos-sister/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hell-retire-from-football-after-world-cup-2026-ronaldos-sister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Another African Team Lose Again As Algeria Fall To Switzerland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored goals in each half as Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0, advancing to the FIFA World Cup&lsquo;s Round of 16 on Thursday in Vancouver, Canada. Embolo gave Switzerland the lead in the 10th minute before Ndoye doubled their advantage a minute into the second half. The result maintained Switzerland&rsquo;s unbeaten record [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Another African Team Lose Again As Algeria Fall To Switzerland appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-another-african-team-lose-again-as-algeria-fall-to-switzerland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-another-african-team-lose-again-as-algeria-fall-to-switzerland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana Ready To Exploit Colombia’s Weaknesses — Queiroz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz believes Colombia have weaknesses the Black Stars can exploit when both teams meet in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Colombia are unbeaten at the tournament and emerged surprise winners of Group K, which included European giants and one of the title favourites, Portugal. Queiroz Targets [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana Ready To Exploit Colombia&rsquo;s Weaknesses &mdash; Queiroz appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-ready-to-exploit-colombias-weaknesses-queiroz/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-ready-to-exploit-colombias-weaknesses-queiroz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Anything Can Happen’ — Cape Verde Coach Targets Shock Win Over Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde head coach Bubista has refused to rule out the possibility of his side pulling off an upset against Argentina. The Blue Sharks will be up against the defending champions in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 encounter in Miami on Friday. The West Africans have made a big impact on their [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;Anything Can Happen&rsquo; &mdash; Cape Verde Coach Targets Shock Win Over Argentina appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/anything-can-happen-cape-verde-coach-targets-shock-win-over-argentina/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/anything-can-happen-cape-verde-coach-targets-shock-win-over-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana Suffer Injury Blow Ahead Colombia Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Black Stars defender Kojo Oppong Peprah has been ruled out of Saturday&rsquo;s World Cup knockout clash against Colombia after suffering an injury in training, Ghana Soccernet reports. The 22-year-old, who has become a fan favourite despite limited minutes, will miss the crucial Round of 32 fixture after scans confirmed he cannot recover in time. Peprah [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana Suffer Injury Blow Ahead Colombia Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-suffer-injury-blow-ahead-colombia-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-suffer-injury-blow-ahead-colombia-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana Must Avoid Any Margin For Errors Against Colombia  –Queiroz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has disclosed that the Black Stars must eliminate defensive lapses and improve attacking conviction ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash against Colombia. Following a 2-1 loss to Croatia, the veteran tactician warned that the knockout stages leave no margin for error. Read Also:Shearer: England Can&rsquo;t Rely [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana Must Avoid Any Margin For Errors Against Colombia&ndash;Queiroz appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-must-avoid-any-margin-for-errors-against-colombia-queiroz/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-must-avoid-any-margin-for-errors-against-colombia-queiroz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Mahrez Confident Algeria Can See Off Switzerland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez says the Desert Foxes are determined to enjoy a deep run at the FIFA World Cup 2026, reports Completesports.com. Vladimir Petkovic&rsquo;s side will face Switzerland in the Round of 32 in Vancouver on Friday. Mahrez Targets Deep Run The North Africans started their campaign with a disappointing 3-0 loss to Argentina. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Mahrez Confident Algeria Can See Off Switzerland appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mahrez-confident-algeria-can-see-off-switzerland/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mahrez-confident-algeria-can-see-off-switzerland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D’Tigers Begin World Cup Qualifiers With Hard-Fought Win Against Tunisia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s senior men&rsquo;s basketball team, D&rsquo;Tigers, kicked off their FIBA Group C, first round World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers campaign on a winning note, beating Tunisia 84-81 in a hard-fought contest on Thursday. Chimezie Metu and Ike Iroegbu led the scoring with 17 points each, while Wes Iwundu contributed with 14 points. On his part, [...]<br />
The post D&rsquo;Tigers Begin World Cup Qualifiers With Hard-Fought Win Against Tunisia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-begin-world-cup-qualifiers-with-hard-fought-win-against-tunisia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dtigers-begin-world-cup-qualifiers-with-hard-fought-win-against-tunisia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Eriksen Must Retire From Football Now  –Molgaard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading sports cardiologist Dr. Henning Molgaard has advised Denmark star Christian Eriksen to completely retire from football. Recall that the former Manchester United midfielder suffered his second heart failure on the pitch in connection with the friendly against Ukraine on 7 June. Read Also:Shearer: England Can&rsquo;t Rely On Kane, Bellingham To Win World Cup 2026 [...]<br />
The post Why Eriksen Must Retire From Football Now&ndash;Molgaard appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-eriksen-must-retire-from-football-now-molgaard/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-eriksen-must-retire-from-football-now-molgaard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAF Interclub Competitions: Rangers, Rivers United, Shooting Stars Begin Quest  September¹]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian clubs Rangers, Rivers United and Shooting Stars will begin their respective continental campaigns in September, Completesports.com reports. The Confederation of African Football announced the match schedule for the CAF Champions League, and CAF Confederation Cup on Thursday. The 2026/27 season will kick-off with the first Preliminary Round on 4-6 September 2026 (first leg), followed [...]<br />
The post CAF Interclub Competitions: Rangers, Rivers United, Shooting Stars Begin QuestSeptember&su]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-interclub-competitions-rangers-rivers-united-shooting-stars-begin-quest-september/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/caf-interclub-competitions-rangers-rivers-united-shooting-stars-begin-quest-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Arsenal Star Cazorla Retires From Professional Football At 41]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla has retired from playing at the age of 41. The former Spain international won two FA Cups with the Gunners &ndash; scoring a free-kick against Hull City in 2014 &ndash; and won the Euros twice with his national side. His career was almost ended in 2016 after he contracted gangrene [...]<br />
The post Ex-Arsenal Star Cazorla Retires From Professional Football At 41 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-arsenal-star-cazorla-retires-from-professional-football-at-41/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-arsenal-star-cazorla-retires-from-professional-football-at-41/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Golden Eaglets Head To China For International Youth Football Tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five-time world champions Nigeria will depart for China on Thursday night to compete in the 2026 China International Youth Football Tournament, scheduled to take place in Yinchuan from July 5 to July 11, Completesports.com reports. The four-nation invitational tournament is hosted by the Chinese Football Association, the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region Administration of Sport and [...]<br />
The post Golden Eaglets Head To China For International Youth Football Tournament appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/golden-eaglets-head-to-china-for-international-youth-football-tournament/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/golden-eaglets-head-to-china-for-international-youth-football-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How De Zerbi Convinced Me To Join Tottenham  –Tonali]]></title><description><![CDATA[Italy international Sandro Tonali has confirmed that Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi was a crucial factor in his decision to leave Newcastle United for Spurs. Tonali cited the desire to work with De Zerbi, alongside lifestyle changes for his family, as the main drivers behind the move. Read Also:Rooney: I Would Love Kane To Join [...]<br />
The post How De Zerbi Convinced Me To Join Tottenham&ndash;Tonali appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-de-zerbi-convinced-me-to-join-tottenham-tonali/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-de-zerbi-convinced-me-to-join-tottenham-tonali/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shearer: England Can’t Rely On Kane, Bellingham To Win World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle legend Alan Shearer has warned that England can&rsquo;t rely solely on the brilliance of Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham to win the FIFA World Cup 2026. Following narrow victories where the duo repeatedly bailed out the team, Shearer emphasized that defensive consistency and contributions from other squad members are essential to secure tournament glory. [...]<br />
The post Shearer: England Can&rsquo;t Rely On Kane, Bellingham To Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/shearer-england-cant-rely-on-kane-bellingham-to-win-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/shearer-england-cant-rely-on-kane-bellingham-to-win-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flying Eagles Midfielder Acquitted Of Sexual Assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga has been acquitted of sexual assault by Norway&rsquo;s Frostating Court of Appeal, Completesports.com reports. The 19-year-old has been out of action for the past 11 months due to the allegations. Molde Happy With Verdict His club, Molde FK, confirmed in a statement on Thursday that Daga is now available for [...]<br />
The post Flying Eagles Midfielder Acquitted Of Sexual Assault appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flying-eagles-midfielder-acquitted-of-sexual-assault/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/flying-eagles-midfielder-acquitted-of-sexual-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest Confirm Anderson’s British Record Transfer To Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest have announced the transfer of England international Elliot Anderson to Manchester City. The deal makes Anderson the most expensive British player ever, surpassing Declan&rsquo;s Rice&rsquo;s &pound;105m move from West Ham to Arsenal in 2023. According to ESPN the agreement is worth &pound;116 million with no built in add-ons or bonuses. Anderson passed a [...]<br />
The post Nottingham Forest Confirm Anderson&rsquo;s British Record Transfer To Man City appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nottingham-forest-confirm-andersons-british-record-transfer-to-man-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nottingham-forest-confirm-andersons-british-record-transfer-to-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Midfielder Joins Israeli Club Maccabi Bnei Reineh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles midfielder Usman Mohammed has completed a return to Israeli Premier League club Maccabi Bnei Reineh on a free transfer, Completesports.com reports. The experienced midfielder signed a two-year contract with Lior Reuven&rsquo;s side after leaving fellow Israeli outfit Ironi Tiberias at the end of his contract. Mohammed is no stranger to Maccabi Bnei Reineh, [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Midfielder Joins Israeli Club Maccabi Bnei Reineh appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-midfielder-joins-israeli-club-maccabi-bnei-reineh/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-midfielder-joins-israeli-club-maccabi-bnei-reineh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Youngster Signs New Three-Year Contract At Brighton]]></title><description><![CDATA[England-born Nigerian winger Nehemiah Oriola has signed a new contract At Brighton and Hove Albion that runs until June 2029. Brighton confirmed the signing in a statement on their website on Wednesday. &ldquo;The 19-year-old joined Albion from Manchester United in 2023 and made his Premier League debut for Fabian Hurzeler&rsquo;s team in November last year. [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Youngster Signs New Three-Year Contract At Brighton appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-youngster-signs-new-three-year-contract-at-brighton/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-youngster-signs-new-three-year-contract-at-brighton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Singabele Heads Five-Man Bayelsa United Interim Board]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Singabele, a former board member of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has been appointed as chairman of a five-member interim management Committee of Bayelsa United, Completesports.com reports. Singabele&rsquo;s appointment was confirmed on Thursday morning by the Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Dr Peter Akpe. The committee which replaced Tarilaye Amankwe&rsquo;s dissolved board will oversee the [...]<br />
The post NNL: Singabele Heads Five-Man Bayelsa United Interim Board appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-singabele-heads-five-man-bayelsa-united-interim-board/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-singabele-heads-five-man-bayelsa-united-interim-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘Never Was This A Red Card’  –Pochettino Defends Balogun]]></title><description><![CDATA[US coach Mauricio Pochettino has defended Folarin Balogun after the striker received a straight red card for an accidental studs-up clash on Bosnia and Herzegovina&rsquo;s Tarik Muharemovic during their FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 match. Despite the dismissal, the US team held on to secure a 2-0 victory and advance to the last [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;Never Was This A Red Card&rsquo;&ndash;Pochettino Defends Balogun appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-never-was-this-a-red-card-pochettino-defends-balogun/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-never-was-this-a-red-card-pochettino-defends-balogun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Flying Eagles’ Mexico ’83 Heroes Demand Monetisation Of Unfulfilled Scholarship Promise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fourty-three years after representing Nigeria at their first FIFA U-20 World Cup finals, members of Nigeria&rsquo;s 1983 U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, are still pressing the Federal Government to monetise the scholarship it promised them for representing the country at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Mexico after failing to fulfil the pledge, Completesports.com [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: Flying Eagles&rsquo; Mexico &rsquo;83 Heroes Demand Monetisation Of Unfulfilled Scholarship Promise appear]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-flying-eagles-mexico-83-heroes-demand-monetisation-of-unfulfilled-scholarship-promise/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-flying-eagles-mexico-83-heroes-demand-monetisation-of-unfulfilled-scholarship-promise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: DR Congo Will Learn From England’s Defeat — Desabre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Democratic Republic of Congo head coach S&eacute;bastien Desabre believes his side will emerge stronger despite their defeat to England, reports Completesports.com. The Leopards were eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 following a slim 2-1 defeat to England in Atlanta on Wednesday. DR Congo stunned the Three Lions with a superb strike from Brian Cipenga [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: DR Congo Will Learn From England&rsquo;s Defeat &mdash; Desabre appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-will-learn-from-englands-defeat-desabre/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-will-learn-from-englands-defeat-desabre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I’ve No Regrets Coming Out Of Retirement To Represent Germany  –Neuer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has confirmed his second international retirement following Germany&rsquo;s shock elimination at the FIFA World Cup 2026, but he insisted he has no regrets about coming out of retirement to play for his country. The 40-year-old goalkeeper officially called time on his international career after Germany suffered a 4-3 penalty shootout [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;ve No Regrets Coming Out Of Retirement To Represent Germany&ndash;Neuer appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ive-no-regrets-coming-out-of-retirement-to-represent-germany-neuer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ive-no-regrets-coming-out-of-retirement-to-represent-germany-neuer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Angry Senegal Star Threatens National Team Boycott If Coaching Crew Remains]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal star Pape Gueye has gone on strike from the international team sparking a row with head coach Pape Thiaw, Mirror reports. The Villarreal midfielder says he will be taking a break from the squad while the technical team is in place in the wake of their 3-2 World Cup exit to Belgium. Gueye, 27, [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Angry Senegal Star Threatens National Team Boycott If Coaching Crew Remains appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-angry-senegal-star-threatens-national-team-boycott-if-coaching-crew-remains/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-angry-senegal-star-threatens-national-team-boycott-if-coaching-crew-remains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Angry Senegal Star Announces Boycott From National Team If Coaching Crew Remain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal star Pape Gueye has gone on strike from the international team sparking a row with head coach Pape Thiaw, Mirror reports. The Villarreal midfielder says he will be taking a break from the squad while the technical team is in place in the wake of their 3-2 World Cup exit to Belgium. Gueye, 27, [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Angry Senegal Star Announces Boycott From National Team If Coaching Crew Remain appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-angry-senegal-star-announces-boycott-from-national-team-if-coaching-crew-remain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-angry-senegal-star-announces-boycott-from-national-team-if-coaching-crew-remain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senegal Set Unwanted World Cup Record In Defeat To  Belgium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teranga Lions of Senegal set an unwanted record following their dramatic defeat to Belgium in Wednesday&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32. Senegal were ahead 2-0 with less than five minutes left to play before Belgium staged a dramatic comeback to turn the game around and won 3-2 after extra-time. According to Stats Foot, [...]<br />
The post Senegal Set Unwanted World Cup Record In Defeat ToBelgium appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/senegal-set-unwanted-world-cup-record-in-defeat-to-belgium/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/senegal-set-unwanted-world-cup-record-in-defeat-to-belgium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schweinsteiger Backs Klopp To Replace Nagelsmann As Germany Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United star Bastian Schweinsteiger has backed J&uuml;rgen Klopp to replace Julian Nagelsmann as the manager of the German national team following Germany&rsquo;s shock Round-of-32 exit to Paraguay at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Following the historic penalty shootout loss, Schweinsteiger voiced his confidence that a managerial change is imminent, noting that Klopp would [...]<br />
The post Schweinsteiger Backs Klopp To Replace Nagelsmann As Germany Coach appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/schweinsteiger-backs-klopp-to-replace-nagelsmann-as-germany-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/schweinsteiger-backs-klopp-to-replace-nagelsmann-as-germany-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘It Hurts’ — Thiaw Reacts To Senegal’s Painful Defeat To Belgium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pape Thiaw has reflected on Senegal&rsquo;s disappointing defeat to Senegal in their Round of 32 encounter at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. The Terangha Lions threw away a 2-0 lead to lose 3-2 against Rudi Garcia&rsquo;s side. Habib Diarra gave Thiaw&rsquo;s side the lead five minutes before the half hour mark, tapping home [...]<br />
The post &lsquo;It Hurts&rsquo; &mdash; Thiaw Reacts To Senegal&rsquo;s Painful Defeat To Belgium appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-hurts-thiaw-reacts-to-senegals-painful-defeat-to-belgium/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-hurts-thiaw-reacts-to-senegals-painful-defeat-to-belgium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026:  Belgium Stage Dramatic Comeback To Edge Out Senegal In Five-Goal Thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[Youri Tielemans struck a 125th-minute &#8203;penalty as Belgium rallied from two goals down and defeated Senegal 3-2 after extra time in their World Cup last &zwnj;32 clash in Seattle on Wednesday to keep alive their title hopes that had looked dead and buried, Reuters reports. Senegal&rsquo;s Lamine Camara slid in on Tielemans as the ball [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026:Belgium Stage Dramatic Comeback To Edge Out Senegal In Five-Goal Thriller appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-belgium-stage-dramatic-comeback-to-edge-out-senegal-in-five-goal-thriller/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-belgium-stage-dramatic-comeback-to-edge-out-senegal-in-five-goal-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Well Deserved Victory  –Tuchel Hails England Win Against DR Congo]]></title><description><![CDATA[England coach Thomas Tuchel has praised his team&rsquo;s relentless work ethic and belief in their 2-1 win over DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32. The Three Lions went behind inside the opening seven minutes thanks to Brian Cipenga&rsquo;s strike, but a Harry Kane brace means the England will play Mexico [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Well Deserved Victory&ndash;Tuchel Hails England Win Against DR Congo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-well-deserved-victory-tuchel-hails-england-win-against-dr-congo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-well-deserved-victory-tuchel-hails-england-win-against-dr-congo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane Surpasses Pele’s World Cup Tally In England’s Nervy Win Against DR Congo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Kane surpassed Pel&eacute;&rsquo;s World Cup goal tally courtesy of his late brace against Congo DR to salvage England&rsquo;s spot in the round of 16 with a dramatic 2-1 comeback, ESPN reports. With full time fast approaching, the Three Lions looked on course for a shocking tournament exit after Congo DR had taken a seventh-minute [...]<br />
The post Kane Surpasses Pele&rsquo;s World Cup Tally In England&rsquo;s Nervy Win Against DR Congo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kane-surpasses-peles-world-cup-tally-in-englands-nervy-win-against-dr-congo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kane-surpasses-peles-world-cup-tally-in-englands-nervy-win-against-dr-congo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laporta: Barca Won’t Wait Forever To Sign Alvarez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona president Joan Laporta has confirmed that the club has submitted a firm transfer offer for Atl&eacute;tico Madrid striker Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez. While acknowledging the player&rsquo;s desire to join, Laporta warned that the offer is not open-ended and that Barcelona will not wait indefinitely for Atl&eacute;tico to negotiate. Read Also:Neville: France Are Favourites To Win World [...]<br />
The post Laporta: Barca Won&rsquo;t Wait Forever To Sign Alvarez appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/laporta-barca-wont-wait-forever-to-sign-alvarez/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/laporta-barca-wont-wait-forever-to-sign-alvarez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL:  Dogo Named New Niger Tornadoes Technical Adviser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niger Tornadoes have confirmed the appointment of experienced tactician Kabiru Dogo as their new technical adviser ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. Dogo signed a three-year contract with the Minna-based club and was officially unveiled on Wednesday at the club&rsquo;s secretariat in Minna. The unveiling ceremony was attended by the club&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post NPFL:Dogo Named New Niger Tornadoes Technical Adviser appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-dogo-named-new-niger-tornadoes-technical-adviser/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-dogo-named-new-niger-tornadoes-technical-adviser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serena Doubtful For Wimbledon Doubles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serena Williams&rsquo; participation in the Wimbledon doubles tournament alongside her sister Venus is currently uncertain after she tweaked her right knee during her first-round singles comeback loss against Maya Joint. Recall that Serena injured (tweaked) her right knee near the end of the first set during a 6-3, 6-7, 6-3 loss to 20-year-old Australian Maya [...]<br />
The post Serena Doubtful For Wimbledon Doubles appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serena-doubtful-for-wimbledon-doubles/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serena-doubtful-for-wimbledon-doubles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bayern Munich Not Ready To Sell Olise  –Hainer Tells Real Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has ruled out selling Michael Olise to Real Madrid, telling club president Florentino P&eacute;rez to save himself the trouble of making an offer. Hainer stated that Bayern is not a selling club and described Olise as a fundamental piece under a long-term contract. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Kane, Mbappe Will [...]<br />
The post Bayern Munich Not Ready To Sell Olise&ndash;Hainer Tells Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bayern-munich-not-ready-to-sell-olise-hainer-tells-real-madrid/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bayern-munich-not-ready-to-sell-olise-hainer-tells-real-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kiwior Joins FC Porto On Permanent Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jakub Kiwior has joined Porto after the Portuguese side exercised their option to make his loan deal permanent. Arsenal confirmed Kiwior&rsquo;s move in a statement on their website on Wednesday. &ldquo;The 26-year-old defender spent two-and-a-half years in north London after arriving from Italian side Spezia in January 2023,&rdquo; Arsenal wrote. &ldquo;During his time with us, [...]<br />
The post Kiwior Joins FC Porto On Permanent Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kiwior-joins-fc-porto-on-permanent-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kiwior-joins-fc-porto-on-permanent-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Desabre Confident DR Congo Can Trouble England]]></title><description><![CDATA[DR Congo head coach Sebastian Desabre insists his team will not be easy opponents for England, even as he acknowledges the tough challenge that lies ahead. The Round of 16 encounter is slated for the Atlanta Stadium on Tuesday. DR Congo Ready For Battle Desabre acknowledged the gulf in quality between the two teams but [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Desabre Confident DR Congo Can Trouble England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-desabre-confident-dr-congo-can-trouble-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-desabre-confident-dr-congo-can-trouble-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neville: France Are Favourites To Win World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[England legend Gary Neville has tipped France as the clear favourites to win the FIFA World Cup 2026, describing their attacking lineup as a level above the rest of the tournament. Speaking after France&rsquo;s dominant 3-0 victory over Sweden, Neville noted that their attacking players (including Kylian Mbapp&eacute;, Michael Olise, Ousmane Demb&eacute;l&eacute;, and Bradley Barcola) [...]<br />
The post Neville: France Are Favourites To Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/neville-france-are-favourites-to-win-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/neville-france-are-favourites-to-win-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benin City Youth League Sanctions Dynamo Academica For Rule Breach]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Benin City Youth League has condemned the conduct of Dynamo Academica Football Academy during the official award ceremony following the league final. It was observed that immediately after the conclusion of the league&rsquo;s official presentation ceremony, Dynamo Academica proceeded to organize and present its own club awards to its players on the same podium [...]<br />
The post Benin City Youth League Sanctions Dynamo Academica For Rule Breach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/benin-city-youth-league-sanctions-dynamo-academica-for-rule-breach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/benin-city-youth-league-sanctions-dynamo-academica-for-rule-breach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Chelsea Sign Marco Palestra  From Atalanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have announced the signing of Marco Palestra from Serie A outfit Atalanta, Completesports.com reports. The Italy international signed a six-year contract with Chelsea, committing his future to Stamford Bridge until 2032. Palestra becomes the first signing of the Xabi Alonso era, marking the Spaniard&rsquo;s first addition since taking charge of the Blues. The 21-year-old [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Chelsea Sign Marco PalestraFrom Atalanta appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-chelsea-sign-marco-palestra-from-atalanta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-chelsea-sign-marco-palestra-from-atalanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 110: Dosu Joseph On His Football Career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Born on June 19, 1973, Dosu Joseph is one of the talented goalkeepers Nigeria has ever produced. Dosu helped Julius Berger win the Nigerian FA Cup in November 1996, by keeping a clean sheet in the finals against Katsina United. His career came to an abrupt end after a serious car accident in Lagos in [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 110: Dosu Joseph On His Football Career appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-110-dosu-joseph-on-his-football-career/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-110-dosu-joseph-on-his-football-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026:  Amad Proud Of Côte d’Ivoire’s Historic Campaign Despite Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amad Diallo says Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire can leave FIFA World Cup 2026 proud after reaching the knockout stage for the first time in their history. The Elephants were beaten 2-1 by Norway in the Round of 32 at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday night, bringing an end to a campaign that had already delivered a major breakthrough [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026:Amad Proud Of C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire&rsquo;s Historic Campaign Despite Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-amad-proud-of-cte-divoires-historic-campaign-despite-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-amad-proud-of-cte-divoires-historic-campaign-despite-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emenalo Leaves Role As Chief Football Executive Of Saudi Pro League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles defender Michael Emenalo is leaving his role as chief football executive of the Saudi Pro League (SPL),The Athletic reports. The former Chelsea technical director, who is also leaving his position as head of the league&rsquo;s Player Acquisition Center of Excellence (PACE), departs at the end of a three-year contract having arrived in [...]<br />
The post Emenalo Leaves Role As Chief Football Executive Of Saudi Pro League appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/emenalo-leaves-role-as-chief-football-executive-of-saudi-pro-league/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/emenalo-leaves-role-as-chief-football-executive-of-saudi-pro-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brentford Chief Explains Onyeka’s Permanent Move To Coventry City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brentford director of football Phil Giles has explained the decision to sanction Frank Onyeka&rsquo;s permanent transfer to Coventry City. Onyeka initially moved to Coventry City on loan in February, helping the Sky Blues win the Sky Bet Championship title and return to the Premier League for the first time in 25 years. The Nigeria international [...]<br />
The post Brentford Chief Explains Onyeka&rsquo;s Permanent Move To Coventry City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brentford-chief-explains-onyekas-permanent-move-to-coventry-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brentford-chief-explains-onyekas-permanent-move-to-coventry-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blankson Leaves Rivers Angels With ‘Fond Memories’, Set For ‘Fresh Challenges’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers Angels Head Coach, Tosan Blankson, has exclusively confirmed to Completesports.com that he has left the club with &lsquo;Fond memories&rsquo; after a two season stint with the club. Blankson is understood to have left Rivers Angels With his backroom staff. The 56-year-old gaffer steered the club to two Rivers State Women FA Cup successes, one [...]<br />
The post Blankson Leaves Rivers Angels With &lsquo;Fond Memories&rsquo;, Set For &lsquo;Fresh Challenges&rsquo; appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/blankson-leaves-rivers-angels-with-fond-memories-set-for-fresh-challenges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/blankson-leaves-rivers-angels-with-fond-memories-set-for-fresh-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Uzbekistan Star Shomurodov Claims Best Group Stage Goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uzbekistan captain Eldor Shomurodov has been voted the winner of the Best Group Stage Goal award at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. Shomurodov, 31, won the award for his inch-perfect lob from a tight angle against Democratic Republic of Congo in Uzbekistan&rsquo;s final group stage outing in Atlanta on 27 June. The [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Uzbekistan Star Shomurodov Claims Best Group Stage Goal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-uzbekistan-star-shomurodov-claims-best-group-stage-goal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-uzbekistan-star-shomurodov-claims-best-group-stage-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles Will Learn From Morocco, Others To Shine At 2030 World Cup — Senator Nwoko]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Senate Committee on Sports, Senator Ned Nwoko, has lamented the absence of the Super Eagles from the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, but believes the impressive performances of Morocco and other African teams will inspire Nigeria to qualify for the 2030 FIFA World Cup and make a significant impact, [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles Will Learn From Morocco, Others To Shine At 2030 World Cup &mdash; Senator Nwoko appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-will-learn-from-morocco-others-to-shine-at-2030-world-cup-senator-nwoko/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-will-learn-from-morocco-others-to-shine-at-2030-world-cup-senator-nwoko/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Dutch Players Suffer Racist Abuse After Penalty Shootout Defeat To Morocco]]></title><description><![CDATA[Netherlands players who missed penalties in Monday&rsquo;s World Cup penalty shootout defeat by Morocco suffered &#8203;racist abuse online, the Dutch football association (KNVB) said on &zwnj;Tuesday, Reuters reports. Justin Kluivert, Quinten Timber and Crysencio Summerville all failed to find the net as Morocco edged the Dutch 3-2 on penalties after &#8203;their last-32 match in Monterrey [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Dutch Players Suffer Racist Abuse After Penalty Shootout Defeat To Morocco]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dutch-players-suffer-racist-abuse-after-penalty-shootout-defeat-to-morocco/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dutch-players-suffer-racist-abuse-after-penalty-shootout-defeat-to-morocco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I Won’t Swap Haaland For Any Player  –Norway Coach Reacts To Man City Star’s Winning Goal Vs Ivory Coast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following Erling Haaland&rsquo;s dramatic 86th-minute winner that secured a 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Norway manager St&aring;le Solbakken has disclosed that he won&rsquo;t swap the Manchester City star for any player. The win over the Ivorian side marked Norway&rsquo;s first-ever victory in the knockout stages of a major [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I Won&rsquo;t Swap Haaland For Any Player&ndash;Norway Coach Reacts To Man City Star&rsquo;s Winning Goal Vs I]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-wont-swap-haaland-for-any-player-norway-coach-reacts-to-man-city-stars-winning-goal-vs-ivory-coast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-wont-swap-haaland-for-any-player-norway-coach-reacts-to-man-city-stars-winning-goal-vs-ivory-coast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koeman Steps Down As Netherlands Coach After World Cup Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronald Koeman has informed the Dutch Football Association (KNVB) that he will not extend his contract as head coach of the Netherlands national team when it expires. Koeman 63-year-old announced his decision one day after the Netherlands were eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Netherlands were knocked out in the Round of 32 [...]<br />
The post Koeman Steps Down As Netherlands Coach After World Cup Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/koeman-steps-down-as-netherlands-coach-after-world-cup-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/koeman-steps-down-as-netherlands-coach-after-world-cup-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Fae Laments Côte d’Ivoire’s Round Of 32 Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire head coach Emerse Fae has lamented his team&rsquo;s elimination from the FIFA World Cup 2026, Competesports.com reports. The Elephants were knocked out of the competition following a 2-1 defeat to Norway in their Round of 32 encounter on Tuesday night. Antonio Nusa gave Norway the lead with a superb finish from inside the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Fae Laments C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire&rsquo;s Round Of 32 Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fae-laments-cte-divoires-round-of-32-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fae-laments-cte-divoires-round-of-32-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Possess Strongest Group Of Penalty Takers –Rice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal star Declan Rice has declared that the current England squad features the best crop of penalty takers the nation has ever had. Heading into their FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout match against DR Congo, Rice expressed absolute confidence in the team&rsquo;s shootout capabilities under manager Thomas Tuchel. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Kane, Mbappe Will [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Possess Strongest Group Of Penalty Takers &ndash;Rice appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-possess-strongest-group-of-penalty-takers-rice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-possess-strongest-group-of-penalty-takers-rice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bielsa steps down following Uruguay’s dismal World Cup campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marcelo Bielsa has confirmed his resignation as Uruguay coach following their disastrous World Cup campaign.<br />
It was all but certain Bielsa would step away after Uruguay crashed out in the group stage, finishing behind tournament debutants Cape Verde.<br />
Uruguay took just two points, drawing against Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde and losing to Spain.<br />
And Bielsa, who took charge of Uruguay in 2023, has now officially announced his departure from the role.<br />
"It was completely unexpected that our situation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bielsa-steps-down-following-uruguays-dismal-world-cup-campaign/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bielsa-steps-down-following-uruguays-dismal-world-cup-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beye sacked by Marseille after four-month stint]]></title><description><![CDATA[Habib Beye has been sacked by Marseille after just over four months in charge.<br />
Beye took charge in February, replacing Roberto De Zerbi, and oversaw just 13 games in all competitions.<br />
The 48-year-old, who played for Marseille between 2003 and 2007, won six of those matches (D2 L5), though his side conceded 18 goals while scoring just seven times.<br />
When he took over, Marseille were fourth in Ligue 1, 12 points behind Paris Saint-Germain.<br />
They eventually finished 17 points behind the champions, in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beye-sacked-by-marseille-after-four-month-stint/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/beye-sacked-by-marseille-after-four-month-stint/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Mbappe Scores Two Goals, Sets Record As France Ease Past Sweden In Round Of 32 Tie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbapp&eacute; broke the record for most goals in World Cup knockout matches and moved within a single goal of Lionel Messi&rsquo;s overall tournament mark, as his two goals led France to a dominant 3-0 win over Sweden at MetLife Stadium on Tuesday, ESPN reports. Mbapp&eacute;&rsquo;s first goal means he has scored nine goals in [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Mbappe Scores Two Goals, Sets Record As France Ease Past Sweden In Round Of 32 Tie appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mbappe-scores-two-goals-sets-record-as-france-ease-past-sweden-in-round-of-32-tie/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mbappe-scores-two-goals-sets-record-as-france-ease-past-sweden-in-round-of-32-tie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koeman resigns as Netherlands boss in wake of World Cup elimination]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronald Koeman has resigned in the wake of the Netherlands' World Cup elimination at the hands of Morocco.<br />
The Netherlands lost 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in an enthralling round of 32 contest at Estadio Monterrey.<br />
Cody Gakpo put the Oranje ahead in the 72nd minute, but Issa Diop forced extra time with a late header.<br />
Neil El Aynaoui, Justin Kluivert, Quinten Timber and Achraf Hakimi all failed to finish their spot-kicks, but the decisive miss came from Crysencio Summerville.<br />
Ismael Saibari]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/koeman-resigns-as-netherlands-boss-in-wake-of-world-cup-elimination/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/koeman-resigns-as-netherlands-boss-in-wake-of-world-cup-elimination/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brighton complete £20m move for Struijk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton have completed the signing of defender Pascal Struijk, who has joined from Leeds United.<br />
Struijk has signed a five-year deal at Brighton, who have reportedly paid &pound;20m to secure the centre-back.<br />
The 26-year-old joined Leeds from Ajax in 2018 and made 196 appearances for the club across all competitions.<br />
Struijk made 34 appearances in the Premier League last term, as Leeds secured an impressive 14th-place finish in their first season back in the big time since 2022-23.<br />
However, wit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-complete-20m-move-for-struijk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-complete-20m-move-for-struijk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooney: I Would Love Kane To Join Manchester United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has advised Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane to reject reported interest from Barcelona and return to the Premier League to join the Red Devils. The Tottenham Hotspur legend is enjoying a remarkable season, in which he has scored 70 goals in all competitions for club and country. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: What [...]<br />
The post Rooney: I Would Love Kane To Join Manchester United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rooney-i-would-love-kane-to-join-manchester-united/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rooney-i-would-love-kane-to-join-manchester-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lenglet leaves Atletico for Benfica]]></title><description><![CDATA[Clement Lenglet has left Atletico Madrid for Benfica, joining on loan for his first season before his contract becomes permanent.<br />
Lenglet's Atletico contract was due to run out in 2028, but he has now made the switch to Benfica on a three-year deal.<br />
Benfica will reportedly not pay a transfer fee for the defender upon the completion of the initial loan spell.<br />
He made 60 appearances in total for Atletico, helping them reach the Copa del Rey final in 2025-26, though they missed out on the trophy to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lenglet-leaves-atletico-for-benfica/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lenglet-leaves-atletico-for-benfica/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Haaland Bags Late Winner As Norway Beat Côte d’Ivoire, Set Up Brazil Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erling Haaland&rsquo;s late goal was enough to see Norway through to the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026, eliminating the C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire in a thrilling 2-1 match at Dallas Stadium, CNN reports. The goal took Haaland&rsquo;s tally in the tournament to five goals, just one short of Argentina captain Lionel Messi. Following [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Haaland Bags Late Winner As Norway Beat C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire, Set Up Brazil Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-haaland-bags-late-winner-as-norway-beat-cte-divoire-set-up-brazil-clash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-haaland-bags-late-winner-as-norway-beat-cte-divoire-set-up-brazil-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lampard signs new three-year deal with Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Lampard has committed his future to Coventry City, signing a new contract through to 2029.<br />
Lampard's previous deal had been due to run out at the end of the upcoming season, and he had been the subject of interest from other clubs, including Fulham.<br />
However, having guided Coventry back to the Premier League by winning the Championship in 2025-26, he will be staying with the Sky Blues.<br />
Lampard joined Coventry in November 2024 and finished in the play-offs in his first season, losing to Sund]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-signs-new-three-year-deal-with-coventry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lampard-signs-new-three-year-deal-with-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Lobi Stars Name Nikyu New Technical Adviser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lobi Stars have appointed experienced coach Bala Nikyu as their new technical adviser ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. Nikyu has been handed the responsibility of leading the Makurdi-based club back to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, after they narrowly missed out on promotion last season. The veteran tactician boasts a [...]<br />
The post NNL: Lobi Stars Name Nikyu New Technical Adviser appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-lobi-stars-name-nikyu-new-technical-adviser/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-lobi-stars-name-nikyu-new-technical-adviser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Senegal Will Be Tough Challenge For Belgium  –Lukaku]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku has warned his teammates to expect a 50/50 clash against Senegal in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, praising the African side&rsquo;s physical strength and technical quality. He emphasized that the Lions of Teranga are a top nation and represent one of the toughest challenges Belgium will face. Read [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Senegal Will Be Tough Challenge For Belgium&ndash;Lukaku appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegal-will-be-tough-challenge-for-belgium-lukaku/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegal-will-be-tough-challenge-for-belgium-lukaku/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atalanta Reject Brighton Bid For Ahanor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton &amp; Hove Albion have had their opening bid for highly rated Italian defender Honest Ahanor rejected by Atalanta, as the Serie A club remain determined to keep hold of one of their brightest young talents. According to reports, the Premier League club tabled an offer worth around &euro;34 million (&pound;30 million) for the 18-year-old, [...]<br />
The post Atalanta Reject Brighton Bid For Ahanor appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/atalanta-reject-brighton-bid-for-ahanor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/atalanta-reject-brighton-bid-for-ahanor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Milan break club transfer record to sign Ramos from PSG]]></title><description><![CDATA[AC Milan have announced the signing of Goncalo Ramos on a five-year deal from Paris Saint-Germain.<br />
According to Italian media, the deal is worth &euro;80m including add-ons &ndash; a club record fee.<br />
The striker has become Ruben Amorim's first signing at the Rossoneri.<br />
Ramos, who is currently at the World Cup with Portugal, spent three seasons at PSG, joining on loan from Benfica in 2023-24 before making the move permanent at the end of that season.<br />
He made 131 appearances in all competitions, n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/milan-break-club-transfer-record-to-sign-ramos-from-psg/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/milan-break-club-transfer-record-to-sign-ramos-from-psg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kinksy pens new deal as Tottenham reportedly strike £85m Fernandes deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky has penned a new deal with Spurs, who have supposedly struck an &pound;85m deal to sign Mateus Fernandes.<br />
Kinsky established himself as Spurs' first-choice goalkeeper under Roberto De Zerbi last season.<br />
The 23-year-old looked to have lost all confidence when he had a shocker against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, making numerous errors before being subbed off by Igor Tudor after 17 minutes.<br />
But Tudor's successor, De Zerbi, put his faith in Kinsky, wh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kinksy-pens-new-deal-as-tottenham-reportedly-strike-85m-fernandes-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kinksy-pens-new-deal-as-tottenham-reportedly-strike-85m-fernandes-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fati makes Monaco move permanent from Barcelona]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ansu Fati has made the permanent move to Monaco after a successful loan spell last season.<br />
Fati joined Monaco from Barcelona in 2025-26 and went on to score 12 goals in 30 appearances across all competitions.<br />
And he has now put pen to paper on a four-year deal, with the Ligue 1 side reportedly paying &euro;11m.<br />
Fati brings an end to his 15-year stay at Barcelona, having joined their academy in 2011 and making his senior debut at 16&nbsp;when he was tipped as the heir to Lionel Messi.&#119808;&#1]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fati-makes-monaco-move-permanent-from-barcelona/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fati-makes-monaco-move-permanent-from-barcelona/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Kane, Mbappe Will Fight For Golden Boot Award  –Leboeuf]]></title><description><![CDATA[France legend Frank Leboeuf has tipped Kylian Mbapp&eacute; and Harry Kane as the absolute favourites to battle it out for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot. He believes that if both England and France make deep tournament runs, it will be a tight contest between the two star strikers. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Why [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Kane, Mbappe Will Fight For Golden Boot Award&ndash;Leboeuf appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-kane-mbappe-will-fight-for-golden-boot-award-leboeuf/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-kane-mbappe-will-fight-for-golden-boot-award-leboeuf/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Practical Guide To Online Betting: Better Decisions Through Knowledge, Timing, And Official Channels]]></title><description><![CDATA[In online entertainment, adult users have a more organized experience when they understand the platform&rsquo;s structure, rules, sports sections, and fast-paced games before making any choice. Betting is not simply about seeing an odds figure or making a quick selection; it combines reviewing information, managing time, recognizing personal limits, and using official channels. This article [...]<br />
The post A Practical Guide To Online Betting: Better Decisions Through Knowledge, Timing, And Offici]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/a-practical-guide-to-online-betting-better-decisions-through-knowledge-timing-and-official-channels/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/a-practical-guide-to-online-betting-better-decisions-through-knowledge-timing-and-official-channels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSC Names Enekwechi Team Nigeria’s Male Captain For 2026 Commonwealth Games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s premier shot put athlete, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, has been named Team Nigeria&rsquo;s male captain for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, by the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC). The U.S.-based thrower will lead the Nigerian contingent alongside two-time Paralympic champion Folashade Oluwafemilayo, who has been appointed the team&rsquo;s female captain. Enekwechi, 33, [...]<br />
The post NSC Names Enekwechi Team Nigeria&rsquo;s Male Captain For 2026 Com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nsc-names-enekwechi-team-nigerias-male-captain-for-2026-commonwealth-games/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nsc-names-enekwechi-team-nigerias-male-captain-for-2026-commonwealth-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grimaldo completes Atletico Madrid transfer from Bayer Leverkusen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atletico Madrid have confirmed the signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal reportedly worth&nbsp;&euro;20m.<br />
Grimaldo has had a stellar stint at Leverkusen, playing a key role in their 2023-24 Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal double under Xabi Alonso.<br />
The full-back, who is part of Spain's World Cup squad, joined Leverkusen from Benfica in 2023.<br />
Since the start of the 2023-24 campaign, Grimaldo has registered 71 goal involvements, which is 20 more than any other defender across Europ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/grimaldo-completes-atletico-madrid-transfer-from-bayer-leverkusen/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/grimaldo-completes-atletico-madrid-transfer-from-bayer-leverkusen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Madugu Eyes Successful Title Defence With Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Justine Madugu has outlined ambitious targets for the Super Falcons ahead of the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, with the team aiming to retain their continental crown and secure qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women&rsquo;s World Cup. The Super Falcons claimed a record-extending 10th WAFCON title at the last edition of the tournament in [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Madugu Eyes Successful Title Defence With Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-madugu-eyes-successful-title-defence-with-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-madugu-eyes-successful-title-defence-with-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Accept €20m Offer From Beşiktaş For Star Forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal have reportedly accepted a &euro;20 million offer from Be&#351;ikta&#351; for Leandro Trossard, leaving the Belgium international with the final decision over his future. The experienced forward has been linked with a move away from the Emirates for several months despite featuring regularly under Mikel Arteta towards the end of last season. Now, reports from [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Accept &euro;20m Offer From Be&#351;ikta&#351; For Star Forward appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-accept-20m-offer-from-beikta-for-star-forward/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-accept-20m-offer-from-beikta-for-star-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Federation Cup:Dogo Confident El-kanemi Will Overcome Ikorodu City In Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser Kabiru Dogo has declared his side ready for the President Federation Cup final against Ikorodu City, reports Completesports.com. The Maiduguri-based club will take on Ikorodu City in the final at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba on Saturday, 11 July. El-Kanemi Warriors will be aiming to lift the prestigious trophy for [...]<br />
The post President Federation Cup:Dogo Confident El-kanemi Will Overcome Ikorodu City In Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cupdogo-confident-el-kanemi-will-overcome-ikorodu-city-in-final/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cupdogo-confident-el-kanemi-will-overcome-ikorodu-city-in-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: What Hydration Breaks Mean For Momentum In The World Cup 2026  Knockout Stages]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 has concluded, and the knockout rounds are now upon us. Beyond the great goals, tactical battles, and a few surprise results, one talking point has refused to go away. The mandatory hydration breaks introduced by FIFA have sparked fierce debate among fans, players, pundits, analysts and [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: What Hydration Breaks Mean For Momentum In The World Cup 2026Knockout Stages appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-what-hydration-breaks-mean-for-momentum-in-the-world-cup-2026-knockout-stages/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-what-hydration-breaks-mean-for-momentum-in-the-world-cup-2026-knockout-stages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Norway Must Be Ready To Match Ivory Coast’s Physical Football  –Solbakken]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway head coach St&aring;le Solbakken has described Ivory Coast as the most physically formidable opponent in the FIFA World Cup 2026. He cautioned that if Norway fails to withstand and match their strength, it will be a challenging night at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Why I Benched Neymar Against Japan [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Norway Must Be Ready To Match Ivory Coast&rsquo;s Physical Football&ndash;Solbakken appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-must-be-ready-to-match-ivory-coasts-physical-football-solbakken/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-must-be-ready-to-match-ivory-coasts-physical-football-solbakken/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paripesa Nigeria: Best Licensed Bet App And Online Casino Guide For Nigerian Players In 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paripesa Nigeria is a licensed sports betting and online casino platform regulated by the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), accepting naira as the primary currency for all deposits and withdrawals, with over 7,000 daily sports events and a casino library of more than 3,000 titles from providers including Pragmatic Play, Evolution and Spribe. Nigeria is [...]<br />
The post Paripesa Nigeria: Best Licensed Bet App And Online Casino Guide For Nigerian Players In 2026 appeared first on Comple]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/paripesa-nigeria-best-licensed-bet-app-and-online-casino-guide-for-nigerian-players-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/paripesa-nigeria-best-licensed-bet-app-and-online-casino-guide-for-nigerian-players-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top African Teams To Watch At World Cup 2026  | Morocco, Senegal, Ivory Coast &amp; More]]></title><description><![CDATA[African football is entering a new era, with several nations ready to challenge the world&rsquo;s best at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In this video, we examine the top African teams to watch, including Morocco, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Algeria, and Ghana. Can an African nation surpass Morocco&rsquo;s historic 2022 semi-final run and make even more [...]<br />
The post Top African Teams To Watch At World Cup 2026| Morocco, Senegal, Ivory Coast &amp; More appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-african-teams-to-watch-at-world-cup-2026-morocco-senegal-ivory-coast-amp-more/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-african-teams-to-watch-at-world-cup-2026-morocco-senegal-ivory-coast-amp-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Won’t Resign As Germany Coach  –Nagelsmann Speaks After World Cup 2026 Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian Nagelsmann has confirmed that he will not resign as Germany coach following their exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Germany suffered a shock elimination in the Round of 32 after a penalty shootout loss to Paraguay in Boston. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I Am Ready To Step Up My Game Against DR Congo [...]<br />
The post I Won&rsquo;t Resign As Germany Coach&ndash;Nagelsmann Speaks After World Cup 2026 Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-wont-resign-as-germany-coach-nagelsmann-speaks-after-world-cup-2026-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-wont-resign-as-germany-coach-nagelsmann-speaks-after-world-cup-2026-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[They’ll Make Life Difficult For Us  —Argentina Coach Warns Messi, Teammates Ahead Cape Verde Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has warned his Lionel Messi-led stars not to underestimate round of 32 opponent Cape Verde. The reigning world champions will face the Cape Verde who became the smallest country by population to ever make the knockout stage of a men&rsquo;s World Cup. Making their World Cup debut, Cape Verde was [...]<br />
The post They&rsquo;ll Make Life Difficult For Us&mdash;Argentina Coach Warns Messi, Teammates Ahead Cape Verde Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/theyll-make-life-difficult-for-us-argentina-coach-warns-messi-teammates-ahead-cape-verde-clash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/theyll-make-life-difficult-for-us-argentina-coach-warns-messi-teammates-ahead-cape-verde-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Completes Move To Bulgarian Club Botev Plovdiv]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bulgarian First League club Botev Plovdiv have announced the signing of Nigerian striker Chidera Michael Okoh from Greek side Asteras Aktor ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Yellow and Blacks confirmed the transfer on their official website, with the 23-year-old becoming the club&rsquo;s latest addition as they continue preparations for the new campaign. Okoh joins [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Completes Move To Bulgarian Club Botev Plovdiv appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-completes-move-to-bulgarian-club-botev-plovdiv/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-completes-move-to-bulgarian-club-botev-plovdiv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gusau Earns CAF Chieftain’s Praise Over NFF’s Landmark Legacy Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Acting General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Samson Adamu, on Monday heaped plaudits on the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), led by Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau MON, following his inspection of the ongoing NFF-FIFA Players&rsquo; Hostel and new training pitches at Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, [...]<br />
The post Gusau Earns CAF Chieftain&rsquo;s Praise Over NFF&rsquo;s Landmark Legacy Project appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gusau-earns-caf-chieftains-praise-over-nffs-landmark-legacy-project/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/gusau-earns-caf-chieftains-praise-over-nffs-landmark-legacy-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ibrahimovic Blames Koeman For Netherlands Defeat To Morocco]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zlatan Ibrahimovic has slammed Ronald Koeman for abandoning the Netherlands&rsquo; &lsquo;identity&rsquo; in their World Cup defeat to Morocco. The Netherlands were beaten on penalties in the round of 32 in Monterrey on Monday night. Despite taking a second half lead through Cody Gakpo, the three-time finalists could not hold on to secure victory. Instead, Issa [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ibrahimovic Blames Koeman For Netherlands Defeat To Morocco appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ibrahimovic-blames-koeman-for-netherlands-defeat-to-morocco/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ibrahimovic-blames-koeman-for-netherlands-defeat-to-morocco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Why I Benched Neymar Against Japan  –Brazil Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has disclosed that he benched Neymar from the 2-1 FIFA World Cup 2026 win over Japan as a tactical precaution. Speaking to host broadcasters after the game, Ancelotti said he had intended to bring Neymar on in the second half but chose to preserve him because the scores were level. Read [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Why I Benched Neymar Against Japan&ndash;Brazil Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-i-benched-neymar-against-japan-brazil-coach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-i-benched-neymar-against-japan-brazil-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I Am Ready To Step Up My Game Against DR Congo  –Madueke]]></title><description><![CDATA[England winger Noni Madueke has expressed his readiness to step up his game against the Democratic Republic of Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stages. Speaking from the Three Lions&rsquo; training base in Kansas City ahead of their knockout clash against DR Congo, the Arsenal winger asserted his belief that top players must [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I Am Ready To Step Up My Game Against DR Congo&ndash;Madueke appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-am-ready-to-step-up-my-game-against-dr-congo-madueke/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-am-ready-to-step-up-my-game-against-dr-congo-madueke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026:Mazraoui Talks Up Morocco’s ‘Difficult’ Win Over Netherlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Cup 2026:Mazraoui Talks Up Morocco&rsquo;s &lsquo;Difficult&rsquo; Win Over Netherlands Morocco defender Noussair Mazraoui hailed the team&rsquo;s hard-earned victory over Netherlands, Completesports.com reports. The Atlas Lions defeated Netherlands in a highly dramatic penalty shootout at Monterrey Stadium. Cody Gakpo opened the scoring for Netherlands 18 minutes from time with Crysencio Summerville providing the assist. The [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026:Mazraoui Talks Up Morocco&rsquo;s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026mazraoui-talks-up-moroccos-difficult-win-over-netherlands/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026mazraoui-talks-up-moroccos-difficult-win-over-netherlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We Deserved To Be Eliminated  —Germany Captain Kimmich On Shock Defeat To Paraguay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany captain Joshua Kimmich has admitted his side deserved to be eliminated by Paraguay in the round of 32. Paraguay produced one of the greatest shocks in recent World Cup history by inflicting a first penalty shootout defeat at the tournament on four-time champions Germany. After 90 minutes and regulation time ended 1-1, Germany who [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We Deserved To Be Eliminated&mdash;Germany Captain Kimmich On Shock Defeat To Paraguay appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-deserved-to-be-eliminated-germany-captain-kimmich-on-shock-defeat-to-paraguay/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-deserved-to-be-eliminated-germany-captain-kimmich-on-shock-defeat-to-paraguay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Martinelli’s Late Strike Against Japan Sends Brazil Into Round Of 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time winner for Brazil to beat Japan 2-1 in the round of 32 at the World Cup on Monday. Heading into the match, Brazil had been eliminated in four of their previous six FIFA World Cup knockout matches &ndash; more than in their preceding 17 combined, when they were knocked out [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Martinelli&rsquo;s Late Strike Against Japan Sends Brazil Into Round Of 16 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-martinellis-late-strike-against-japan-sends-brazil-into-round-of-16/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-martinellis-late-strike-against-japan-sends-brazil-into-round-of-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Onyeka Joins Coventry City On Permanent Transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Onyeka has joined Coventry City on a permanent transfer, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international initially signed for Coventry City on loan back in January, and his permanent move from Brentford has now been triggered following the opening of the summer transfer window. The midfielder scored once in 14 Championship appearances for the Sky Blues. [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Onyeka Joins Coventry City On Permanent Transfer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-onyeka-joins-coventry-city-on-permanent-transfer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-onyeka-joins-coventry-city-on-permanent-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: It’s Easy For People To Criticise From Outside  –Havertz Hits Back At Lineker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal star Kai Havertz has fired back at Gary Lineker after the former England striker claimed this is &ldquo;one of the weakest German national teams I&rsquo;ve ever seen.&rdquo; The German forward addressed the foreign commentary during a press conference ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Paraguay. Read [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: It&rsquo;s Easy For People To Criticise From Outside&ndash;Havertz Hits Back At Lineker appeared first on Complete S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-easy-for-people-to-criticise-from-outside-havertz-hits-back-at-lineker/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-easy-for-people-to-criticise-from-outside-havertz-hits-back-at-lineker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA Take Decision Over Probing Algeria vs Austria Clash Following Match Fixing Claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA are not expected to investigate claims the World Cup game between Austria and Algeria was fixed &ndash; to suit both teams, Mirror reports. It has been suggested the rivals agreed a mutual draw in their final group match &ndash; so both could go through to the knockout stages. The rivals were involved in a [...]<br />
The post FIFA Take Decision Over Probing Algeria vs Austria Clash Following Match Fixing Claims appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-take-decision-over-probing-algeria-vs-austria-clash-following-match-fixing-claims/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fifa-take-decision-over-probing-algeria-vs-austria-clash-following-match-fixing-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Saudi Arabia Football President Resigns After Group Stage Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The president of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation has announced his resignation after the national team were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup in the first round, Al Jazeera reports. Saudi Arabia finished bottom of Group H with two points after a 1-1 draw with Uruguay, a goalless draw with tournament debutants Cape Verde [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Saudi Arabia Football President Resigns After Group Stage Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-saudi-arabia-football-president-resigns-after-group-stage-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-saudi-arabia-football-president-resigns-after-group-stage-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fulham Submit Improved Bid For Nwaiwu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fulham have submitted an improved offer for Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu, Completesports.com reports. The Whites had an opening &euro;20 million bid for Nwaiwu rejected by Trabzonspor. According to Turkish news outlet Taka61, the Premier League club have tabled an improved &euro;25 million offer for the Nigeria international. Trabzonspor are holding out for around &euro;30 million [...]<br />
The post Fulham Submit Improved Bid For Nwaiwu appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fulham-submit-improved-bid-for-nwaiwu/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fulham-submit-improved-bid-for-nwaiwu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Can’t Shoot My Shot At Okoye  –Singer Tems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grammy-winning singer Tems has swiftly shut down rumours of a romance with Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, clarifying that she does not date Nigerian male celebrities. During a light-hearted red-carpet interview at the 2026 BET Awards, Tems was asked if she would &ldquo;shoot her shot&rdquo; at Okoye, who had recently gone viral for his striking [...]<br />
The post I Can&rsquo;t Shoot My Shot At Okoye&ndash;Singer Tems appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-cant-shoot-my-shot-at-okoye-singer-tems/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-cant-shoot-my-shot-at-okoye-singer-tems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Anderson, Not Rice Should Start Against DR Congo  –Scholes Advises Tuchel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has urged England manager Thomas Tuchel to drop Declan Rice and start Elliot Anderson in his place for the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 clash against DR Congo. Speaking on The Good, The Bad &amp; The Football podcast, Scholes stated that England does not need two defensive midfielders [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Anderson, Not Rice Should Start Against DR Congo&ndash;Scholes Advises Tuchel appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-anderson-not-rice-should-start-against-dr-congo-scholes-advises-tuchel/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-anderson-not-rice-should-start-against-dr-congo-scholes-advises-tuchel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Finidi Outlines Objectives As Rivers United Resume Training Ahead New Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers United Technical Manager, Finidi George, has outlined the team&rsquo;s plan for the 2026/27 season following their early resumption for pre-season training, Completesports.com reports. The Port Harcourt club finished second behind winners, Rangers International, in the 2025/2026 season, and would join the winners in representing the country in next season&rsquo;s CAF Champions League. After a [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Finidi Outlines Objectives As Rivers United Resume Training Ahead New Season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-finidi-outlines-objectives-as-rivers-united-resume-training-ahead-new-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-finidi-outlines-objectives-as-rivers-united-resume-training-ahead-new-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You’re Walking Into An Impossible Job At Man City  –Malouda Warns Maresca]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Chelsea star Florent Malouda&nbsp; has described Enzo Maresca&rsquo;s appointment at Manchester City as an impossible job, while also acknowledging it is a massive opportunity. Recall that on Monday, Maresca officially signed a three-year contract with Manchester City to lead a new era after Pep Guardiola&rsquo;s departure. Read Also:Arsenal Are Two Signings Away From Dominating [...]<br />
The post You&rsquo;re Walking Into An Impossible Job At Man City&ndash;Malouda Warns Maresca appeared fir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/youre-walking-into-an-impossible-job-at-man-city-malouda-warns-maresca/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/youre-walking-into-an-impossible-job-at-man-city-malouda-warns-maresca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Rapper Drake Wins N1.3 Billion After Staking On Canada To Beat South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grammy Award-winning artist Drake has successfully won over N1.3 million after betting on Canada to defeat South Africa in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash. He staked $770,000, which yielded a total payout of $1,001,000 on the Stake platform, netting him a profit of $231,000. Read Also:Broos Blames South Africa&rsquo;s World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Rapper Drake Wins N1.3 Billion After Staking On Canada To Beat South Africa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-rapper-drake-wins-n13-billion-after-staking-on-canada-to-beat-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-rapper-drake-wins-n13-billion-after-staking-on-canada-to-beat-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa Enter Race For Super Eagles Winger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have joined the growing list of clubs monitoring Millwall winger Femi Azeez, reports Completesports.com. Azeez has emerged as one of the most sought-after players in the Sky Bet Championship following a superb 2025/26 campaign with the Lions. The 25-year-old scored 11 goals and provided eight assists in 34 league appearances. His outstanding displays [...]<br />
The post Aston Villa Enter Race For Super Eagles Winger appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-enter-race-for-super-eagles-winger/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/aston-villa-enter-race-for-super-eagles-winger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maresca Unveiled As Manchester City’s New Manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have confirmed the appointment of Enzo Maresca as their new manager. Maresca signed a three-year contract until summer 2029. it will mark the Italian third spell at Manchester City, and he arrives armed with a wealth of experience and success at elite level. Maresca Ready For A Fresh Start &ldquo;Manchester City is a [...]<br />
The post Maresca Unveiled As Manchester City&rsquo;s New Manager appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-unveiled-as-manchester-citys-new-manager/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-unveiled-as-manchester-citys-new-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fairplay ID vs Exchange ID: Understanding The Difference Before You Register]]></title><description><![CDATA[For those who are going to create a new account in Fairplay online service, it is crucial to know the main difference between a Fairplay id and an Exchange ID before starting registration process. Both of the accounts may seem similar to beginners, however, there is a significant difference in them that you should know [...]<br />
The post Fairplay ID vs Exchange ID: Understanding The Difference Before You Register appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fairplay-id-vs-exchange-id-understanding-the-difference-before-you-register/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fairplay-id-vs-exchange-id-understanding-the-difference-before-you-register/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Havertz Hits Back At Lineker’s Germany Criticism Ahead Paraguay Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kai Havertz has reportedly responded to Gary Lineker&rsquo;s claims of the current German side being one of the weakest in the nation&rsquo;s history. Lineker, who won the golden boot in the 1986 World Cup was critical of Germany when he was discussing their prospects of winning this year&rsquo;s Mundial. Lineker Blasts Germany Squad The former [...]<br />
The post Havertz Hits Back At Lineker&rsquo;s Germany Criticism Ahead Paraguay Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/havertz-hits-back-at-linekers-germany-criticism-ahead-paraguay-clash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/havertz-hits-back-at-linekers-germany-criticism-ahead-paraguay-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Mbappe, Haaland, Messi And Kane Rose To Each Other’s Levels At The World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The opening round of group games at the 2026 World Cup took a while to catch fire, with several of the favourites stuttering before they found their feet. Then the biggest names took over, one after another, each matching the last. Anyone who backed the stars early would have been rewarded inside the space of [...]<br />
The post How Mbappe, Haaland, Messi And Kane Rose To Each Other&rsquo;s Levels At The World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-mbappe-haaland-messi-and-kane-rose-to-each-others-levels-at-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/how-mbappe-haaland-messi-and-kane-rose-to-each-others-levels-at-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Williams Laments Bafana Bafana’s Lack Of Clinical Edge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams believes South Africa&rsquo;s failure to convert their chances proved costly in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 defeat against Canada, reports Comppletesports.com. Hugo Broos&rsquo; side exited the competition in the Round of 32 following a slim 1-0 defeat to Canada at the Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday. Stephen [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Williams Laments Bafana Bafana&rsquo;s Lack Of Clinical Edge appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-williams-laments-bafana-bafanas-lack-of-clinical-edge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-williams-laments-bafana-bafanas-lack-of-clinical-edge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBBF Unveils D’Tigers 12-Man Squad For FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has released the 12-man D&rsquo;Tigers squad that will represent Nigeria at the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers (Window 3) which will take place in Luanda, Angola, from July 2&ndash;5, 2026. The qualifiers will be new Head Coach David Fizdale&rsquo;s first task since being appointed as the handler of [...]<br />
The post NBBF Unveils D&rsquo;Tigers 12-Man Squad For FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nbbf-unveils-dtigers-12-man-squad-for-fiba-basketball-world-cup-2027-african-qualifiers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nbbf-unveils-dtigers-12-man-squad-for-fiba-basketball-world-cup-2027-african-qualifiers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Teams That Shocked Everyone At The 2026 World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain held by Cape Verde, Uruguay pushed to a draw, and Norway outplayed expectations &ndash; the 2026 World Cup has already flipped predictions upside down. The expanded 48-team format specifically benefits well-organized, defensively compact sides from outside traditional football powers, especially African underdogs who have shown they can compete with elite nations. Instead, it has [...]<br />
The post The Teams That Shocked Everyone At The 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-teams-that-shocked-everyone-at-the-2026-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-teams-that-shocked-everyone-at-the-2026-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Broos Reflects Proudly On South Africa’s Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has said his players can be proud of their performance at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. Bafana Bafana bowed out of the competition following a heart-breaking stoppage time 1-0 defeat to co-hosts Canada in a Round of 32 encounter at the Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday. Broos [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Broos Reflects Proudly On South Africa&rsquo;s Campaign appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-broos-reflects-proudly-on-south-africas-campaign/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-broos-reflects-proudly-on-south-africas-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Sweden Must Deliver Perfect Performance To Beat France  –Gyokeres]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sweden striker Viktor Gy&ouml;keres has disclosed that the team must deliver an almost perfect defensive performance to upset heavy favourites France in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash. Sweden reached the knockout stage by finishing third in Group F. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Sweden Capable Of Beating France &ndash;Larsson Speaking from the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Sweden Must Deliver Perfect Performance To Beat France&ndash;Gyokeres appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sweden-must-deliver-perfect-performance-to-beat-france-gyokeres/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sweden-must-deliver-perfect-performance-to-beat-france-gyokeres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: South Korea President Demands Investigation After National Team’s Group Stage Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Korea president, Lee Jae Myung, has officially called for a formal inquiry into the team&rsquo;s failing performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team had hoped they could still go through to the round of 32 as one of the best third-placed teams, but that hope was quashed on Saturday. The early exit [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: South Korea President Demands Investigation After National Team&rsquo;s Group Stage Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-korea-president-demands-investigation-after-national-teams-group-stage-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-korea-president-demands-investigation-after-national-teams-group-stage-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentine Footballer’s Wife, Two Children Found Dead After Venezuela Earthquakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Argentine footballer Lucas Trejo who features for a Venezuelan second division team has lost his wife and two children after last week&rsquo;s earthquakes, the strongest to hit Venezuela in more than a century, CNN reports. Trejo, who plays for Club Sport Mar&iacute;timo La Guaira, had spent much of the last three days combing through [...]<br />
The post Argentine Footballer&rsquo;s Wife, Two Children Found Dead After Venezuela Earthquakes appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentine-footballers-wife-two-children-found-dead-after-venezuela-earthquakes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/argentine-footballers-wife-two-children-found-dead-after-venezuela-earthquakes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Jordaan Commends Bafana Bafana Despite Round Of  32 Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAFA president Danny Jordaan has said Bafana Bafana can be proud of their performance despite the disappointing defeat to Canada, Completesports.com reports. Hugo Broos&rsquo; side bowed out of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a heart-breaking stoppage time 1-0 defeat to tournament co-hosts Canada in a Round of 32 match played at the Los Angeles [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Jordaan Commends Bafana Bafana Despite Round Of32 Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-jordaan-commends-bafana-bafana-despite-round-of-32-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-jordaan-commends-bafana-bafana-despite-round-of-32-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Brazil Must Treat Japan With Utmost Respect  –Marquinhos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil captain Marquinhos has warned his team to treat Japan with the utmost respect in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash. Speaking in the official pre-match press conference in Houston, he stated that the group stage is over and that a new tournament begins, specifically citing Japan&rsquo;s historic 3-2 friendly victory over [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Brazil Must Treat Japan With Utmost Respect&ndash;Marquinhos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-brazil-must-treat-japan-with-utmost-respect-marquinhos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-brazil-must-treat-japan-with-utmost-respect-marquinhos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Broos Blames South Africa’s World Cup 2026 Exit To Lack Of Speed, Power]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has expressed disappointment after their 1-0 round of 32 loss to Canada at the FIFA World Cup 2026. With both sides making their first-ever appearance in the knockout phase, the game appeared to be heading for extra time before Eustaquio broke South African hearts with a clinical hit from [...]<br />
The post Broos Blames South Africa&rsquo;s World Cup 2026 Exit To Lack Of Speed, Power appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/broos-blames-south-africas-world-cup-2026-exit-to-lack-of-speed-power/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/broos-blames-south-africas-world-cup-2026-exit-to-lack-of-speed-power/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Eustaquio Reflects On Heroics In Canada’s Win Over South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Eustaquio has reflected on his stunning match-winning goal in Canada&rsquo;s hard-earned victory over South Africa&rsquo;s Bafana Bafana, Completesports.com reports. The co-hosts booked their place in the Round of 16 after edging Hugo Broos&rsquo; side 1-0 at the Los Angeles Stadium on Sunday night Eustaquio fired home the decisive goal in the second minute of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Eustaquio Reflects On Heroics In Canada&rsquo;s Win Over South Africa appeared first on Complete S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-eustaquio-reflects-on-heroics-in-canadas-win-over-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-eustaquio-reflects-on-heroics-in-canadas-win-over-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Canada’s Late Winner Sends South Africa Packing]]></title><description><![CDATA[A late second-half goal from Stephen Eust&aacute;quio earned Canada a 1-0 win against South Africa in the opening game of the World Cup&rsquo;s Round of 32, sending Les Rouges through to the next round, CNN reports. It&rsquo;s the first knockout round victory in Canadian history as they became the first World Cup co-host to play [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Canada&rsquo;s Late Winner Sends South Africa Packing appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-canadas-late-winner-sends-south-africa-packing/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-canadas-late-winner-sends-south-africa-packing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Belgium Possess The Quality To Overcome Senegal  –Debast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Belgium defender Zeno Debast has disclosed that the Red Devils are prepared for a tricky Round of 32 clash against Senegal. The unexpected matchup in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage takes place on Wednesday, July 1, in Seattle. Read Also:World Cup 2026: It&rsquo;s Disappointing &ndash;Thomas-Asante Reacts After Ghana&rsquo;s Loss To Croatia Following a [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Belgium Possess The Quality To Overcome Senegal&ndash;Debast appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-belgium-possess-the-quality-to-overcome-senegal-debast/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-belgium-possess-the-quality-to-overcome-senegal-debast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Sweden Capable Of Beating France  –Larsson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sweden legend and assistant coach Sebastian Larsson believes his side can cause an upset against France in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 in New Jersey on Tuesday.&nbsp; Despite entering the knockout fixture as heavy underdogs, the former midfielder is backing manager Graham Potter&rsquo;s squad to deliver a giant-killing performance against the tournament [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Sweden Capable Of Beating France&ndash;Larsson appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sweden-capable-of-beating-france-larsson/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sweden-capable-of-beating-france-larsson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa Vs Canada Live Blogging – FIFA World Cup 2026 (Round of 32)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash between the Bafana Bafana of South Africa and Les Rouges (The Reds) of Canada at the Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium), California, USA.<br />
The post South Africa Vs Canada Live Blogging &ndash; FIFA World Cup 2026 (Round of 32) appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africa-vs-canada-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-round-of-32/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africa-vs-canada-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-round-of-32/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Step Up Your Game In Knockout Stages  –Tuchel Tells England Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[England head coach Thomas Tuchel has confidently declared that his squad will step up for the bigger challenges as the team enter the knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup 2026. After topping Group L, England is preparing to face the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the Atlanta round of 32. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Step Up Your Game In Knockout Stages&ndash;Tuchel Tells England Players appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-step-up-your-game-in-knockout-stages-tuchel-tells-england-players/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-step-up-your-game-in-knockout-stages-tuchel-tells-england-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian-Born Winger Joins Dutch Club FC Utrecht]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dutch club FC Utrecht have announced the signing of Emmanuel Chigozie Owen on a permanent transfer, Completesports.com reports. Owen, who joined FC Utrecht from Bundesliga club, Bayer Leverkusen penned a four-year contract. Several clubs showed interest in the striker, but he ultimately opted for FC Utrecht&rsquo;s project and long-term plans. Read Also:Nigerian Defender Set To [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian-Born Winger Joins Dutch Club FC Utrecht appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-born-winger-joins-dutch-club-fc-utrecht/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-born-winger-joins-dutch-club-fc-utrecht/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Klopp: Iraola Needs Luck To Be Successful At Liverpool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool manager J&uuml;rgen Klopp has backed Andoni Iraola to succeed at Anfield but admitted the newly appointed Red boss will need some good fortune along the way. Speaking on the managerial transition, Klopp noted that for a project of this scale to work long-term, everything has to click, and luck is required to sustain [...]<br />
The post Klopp: Iraola Needs Luck To Be Successful At Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/klopp-iraola-needs-luck-to-be-successful-at-liverpool/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/klopp-iraola-needs-luck-to-be-successful-at-liverpool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trabzonspor Plot Move For Super Eagles Winger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trabzonspor are weighing up a move for Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze, Completesports.com reports. Chukwueze returned to the San Siro this summer after spending the 2025/26 campaign on loan at Premier League side Fulham. The Cottagers decided against activating the option to make the move permanent despite the Nigerian enjoying a fairly productive spell in [...]<br />
The post Trabzonspor Plot Move For Super Eagles Winger appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-plot-move-for-super-eagles-winger/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-plot-move-for-super-eagles-winger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: African Teams Prove Worthy Ambassadors But Must Improve Tactically To Match France, Others — Akuneto]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria international and current Manchester City U-17 head coach, Chuks Akuneto, has described Africa&rsquo;s representatives at the ongoing &nbsp;2026 World Cup as worthy ambassadors of the continent, saying their performances have demonstrated the immense talent available across Africa, Completesports.com reports. Akuneto spoke exclusively to Completesports.com from his base in the United Kingdom on Saturday [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: African Teams Prove Worthy Ambassadors But Must]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-african-teams-prove-worthy-ambassadors-but-must-improve-tactically-to-match-france-others-akuneto/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-african-teams-prove-worthy-ambassadors-but-must-improve-tactically-to-match-france-others-akuneto/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Defender Set To Leave Udinese]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kingsley Ehizibue is on the verge of leaving Serie A club Udinese after contract renewal talks reportedly hit a deadlock. Udinese had hoped to tie the versatile full-back down to a new deal that would keep him at the club until 2028. However, according to Italian outlet Tuttomercatoweb, negotiations have stalled and an agreement now [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Defender Set To Leave Udinese appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-defender-set-to-leave-udinese/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-defender-set-to-leave-udinese/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Why I’m Supporting Ghana   —Balotelli]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Italy International Mario Balotelli has explained why he is supporting Black Stars of Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana progressed into the round of 32 after finishing as one of the third best placed teams in a group that had England, Croatia and Panama. After edging out Panama 1-0 in their opening [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Why I&rsquo;m Supporting Ghana &mdash;Balotelli appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-im-supporting-ghana-balotelli/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-im-supporting-ghana-balotelli/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane Is The Best England Player Of All Time  —Bellingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham described team-mate Harry Kane as the &ldquo;best England player of all time&rdquo; after the Bayern Munich striker became his country&rsquo;s record goal scorer at World Cups, Yahoo Sports reports. Bellingham crossed for Kane to head in England&rsquo;s second in their 2-0 win over Panama as Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s side progressed to the knockout stage [...]<br />
The post Kane Is The Best England Player Of All Time&mdash;Bellingham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kane-is-the-best-england-player-of-all-time-bellingham/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/kane-is-the-best-england-player-of-all-time-bellingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oluwafemiayo Named Team Nigeria Captain For 2026 Commonwealth Games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Team Nigeria has announced multiple Paralympic and world champion, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, as the captain of the nation&rsquo;s contingent to the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, Completesports.com reports. The decision reflects the team&rsquo;s deliberate commitment to appointing a leader whose achievements, professionalism and exemplary character embody the values of Nigerian sport. Oluwafemiayo Merits Team [...]<br />
The post Oluwafemiayo Named Team Nigeria Captain For 2026 C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oluwafemiayo-named-team-nigeria-captain-for-2026-commonwealth-games/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/oluwafemiayo-named-team-nigeria-captain-for-2026-commonwealth-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Are Two Signings Away From Dominating Premier League For Next Three Years  —Terry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea legend John Terry has said that Arsenal are one or two signings from dominating the Premier League title in the next two to three years. Arsenal ended a long wait to be crowned Premier League champions after beating Manchester City to the title last season. Following their league success, the Gunners have been linked [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Are Two Signings Away From Dominating Premier League For Next Three Years&mdash;Terry appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-are-two-signings-away-from-dominating-premier-league-for-next-three-years-terry/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-are-two-signings-away-from-dominating-premier-league-for-next-three-years-terry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Desabre Lauds DR Congo’s Performance In Uzbekistan Victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Democratic Republic of Congo head coach Sebastian Desabre has praised his team&rsquo;s performance in the victory over Uzbekistan, Completesports.com reports. The Leopards rallied to beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in their Group K clash at the Atlanta Stadium on Sunday. Uzbekistan took the lead through Eldor Shomurodov in the 10th minute. Yoane Wissa DR Congo level from [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Desabre Lauds DR Congo&rsquo;s Performance In Uzbekistan Victory appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-desabre-lauds-dr-congos-performance-in-uzbekistan-victory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-desabre-lauds-dr-congos-performance-in-uzbekistan-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uzbekistan’s World Cup exit was ‘brutal’, says Cannavaro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fabio Cannavaro described Uzbekistan's elimination from the World Cup as "brutal" after they failed to win any of their group games in North America.&nbsp;<br />
Uzbekistan, making their debut at the World Cup, finished their Group K campaign with three defeats from three games, while also conceding 11 times and scoring twice.&nbsp;<br />
Following defeats to both Colombia and Portugal, Uzbekistan's elimination was already confirmed ahead of facing DR Congo in their final group game at&nbsp;Atlanta Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uzbekistans-world-cup-exit-was-brutal-says-cannavaro/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/uzbekistans-world-cup-exit-was-brutal-says-cannavaro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marsch: Returning Davies a huge boost for Canada’s World Cup hopes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jesse Marsch believes that returning full-back Alphonso Davies will provide a huge boost for Canada ahead of their clash against South Africa at the World Cup.&nbsp;<br />
Canada are into the knockout stages of the World Cup for the very first time after finishing second in Group B, with Davies missing all three of those matches through injury.<br />
The Bayern Munich defender sustained a series of hamstring injuries towards the end of the 2025-26 campaign, but is now fit and available to feature for Canada]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/marsch-returning-davies-a-huge-boost-for-canadas-world-cup-hopes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/marsch-returning-davies-a-huge-boost-for-canadas-world-cup-hopes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clarke steps down as Scotland boss after World Cup elimination]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Clarke has stepped down from his role as Scotland manager after his team's exit from the World Cup was confirmed on Saturday.&nbsp;<br />
Scotland were dumped out of the competition following Croatia's victory over Ghana, with Clarke's departure announced shortly afterwards.&nbsp;<br />
The 62-year-old had only signed a new four-year deal&nbsp;a month ago and leaves as Scotland's&nbsp;longest-serving manager in terms of the number of games managed.&nbsp;<br />
Clarke was appointed in 2019 and took charge of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/clarke-steps-down-as-scotland-boss-after-world-cup-elimination/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/clarke-steps-down-as-scotland-boss-after-world-cup-elimination/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ghana Coach Queiroz Criticises Decision To Expand World Cup To 48 Teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has criticized the decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams, saying it has devalued the qualification process and turned the tournament into something &ldquo;vulgar and ordinary.&rdquo; This is the first World Cup to feature 48 teams, with the previous 32-team format being in place since 1998. But the [...]<br />
The post Ghana Coach Queiroz Criticises Decision To Expand World Cup To 48 Teams appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghana-coach-queiroz-criticises-decision-to-expand-world-cup-to-48-teams/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghana-coach-queiroz-criticises-decision-to-expand-world-cup-to-48-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Makes History Again After Helping Argentina Over Jordan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi became the first player to score in seven &#8203;consecutive World Cup matches when he &zwnj;netted for Argentina against Jordan in Dallas on Saturday, moving past Just Fontaine and Jairzinho, Reuters reports. Substitute &#8203;Messi curled in a free kick &#8203;from 25 metres in the 80th &#8288;minute to make the score &#8203;3-1. Messi&rsquo;s hot streak [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Makes History Again After Helping Argentina Over Jordan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-makes-history-again-after-helping-argentina-over-jordan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-makes-history-again-after-helping-argentina-over-jordan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: He’s A Fantastic Player  –Kane Hails Bellingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has described Jude Bellingham as a fantastic player after his decisive goal and assist secured a 2-0 victory for England against Panama in their FIFA World Cup 2026 final group game. The result clinched top spot for the Three Lions in their group. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Japan Can Shock [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: He&rsquo;s A Fantastic Player&ndash;Kane Hails Bellingham appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-a-fantastic-player-kane-hails-bellingham/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-a-fantastic-player-kane-hails-bellingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Germany Must Learn To Defend Well Against Paraguay  –Kroos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Real Madrid star Toni Kroos has warned Germany to fix their glaring tactical and creative issues or face an immediate World Cup exit against Paraguay in the round of 32. Star playmakers Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz are currently out of top form, and Kroos stressed that the team will not last much longer [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Germany Must Learn To Defend Well Against Paraguay&ndash;Kroos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-germany-must-learn-to-defend-well-against-paraguay-kroos/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-germany-must-learn-to-defend-well-against-paraguay-kroos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘He can play until he wants’ – Sucic backs Modric to continue Croatia career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Petar Sucic described Luka Modric as "incredible" after he helped Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 to seal second place in Group L and a spot in the last 32 of the World Cup.<br />
Croatia headed into their clash at&nbsp;Philadelphia Stadium level with England in the group, and Sucic handed them the lead in the 31st minute with a brilliant shot from distance.<br />
But after threatening an equaliser, Ghana got themselves level through&nbsp;Derrick Luckassen's 73rd-minute strike, but it would be Croatia who had the fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-can-play-until-he-wants-sucic-backs-modric-to-continue-croatia-career/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-can-play-until-he-wants-sucic-backs-modric-to-continue-croatia-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Colombia Clash Will Be Difficult For Ghana — Queiroz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Black Stars of Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz is expecting a difficult test against Colombia in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash, Completesports.com reports. The West Africans finished third in Group L after suffering a 2-1 defeat against Croatia on Saturday night. It was Ghana&rsquo;s first defeat of the competition, having recorded [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Colombia Clash Will Be Difficult For Ghana &mdash; Queiroz appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-colombia-clash-will-be-difficult-for-ghana-queiroz/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-colombia-clash-will-be-difficult-for-ghana-queiroz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘First job achieved’ – Bellingham thrilled to clinch top spot in Group L]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham was thrilled England achieved their first objective at the World Cup, having topped Group L with a 2-0 win over a stubborn Panama side.<br />
Thomas Tuchel's side were largely frustrated for the first hour at New York New Jersey Stadium, with Marcus Rashford seeing a couple of chances go begging.<br />
However, Bellingham made the crucial breakthrough in the 62nd minute as he found the bottom-left corner from Bukayo Saka's out-swinging corner.&nbsp;<br />
Bellingham turned provider for England's s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/first-job-achieved-bellingham-thrilled-to-clinch-top-spot-in-group-l/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 04:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/first-job-achieved-bellingham-thrilled-to-clinch-top-spot-in-group-l/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘First job achieved’ – Bellingham reacts to England’s 2-0 win over Panama in final Group L game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham scored a goal and provided an assist as England overcame a stubborn Panama side to win 2-0 at New York and New Jersey Stadium and top Group L.&nbsp;<br />
After Marcus Rashford missed a couple of good chances in the first half, Thomas Tuchel's side began to become frustrated in front of goal.&nbsp;<br />
However, Real Madrid star Bellingham made the crucial breakthrough in the 62nd minute as he found the bottom-left corner from Bukayo Saka's out-swinging corner.&nbsp;<br />
Bellingham turned provi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/first-job-achieved-bellingham-reacts-to-englands-2-0-win-over-panama-in-final-group-l-game/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/first-job-achieved-bellingham-reacts-to-englands-2-0-win-over-panama-in-final-group-l-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: It’s Disappointing   –Thomas-Asante Reacts After Ghana’s Loss To Croatia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana striker Brandon Thomas-Asante has expressed disappointment after the Black Stars lost 2-1 to Croatia in their final group match at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Ghana progressed to the Round of 32 of the tournament despite the loss to Croatia at Philadelphia Stadium on Sunday morning. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Ghana Lose To Croatia, [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: It&rsquo;s Disappointing &ndash;Thomas-Asante Reacts After Ghana&rsquo;s Loss To Croatia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-disappointing-thomas-asante-reacts-after-ghanas-loss-to-croatia/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-disappointing-thomas-asante-reacts-after-ghanas-loss-to-croatia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuchel insists England ‘will step up’ for knockout rounds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Tuchel insists England "will step up" for the knockout stage of the World Cup after a battling win over Panama.<br />
England defeated Panama 2-0 on Saturday, as Jude Bellingham scored the opener before assisting Harry Kane in a five-minute spell after the hour mark.<br />
Bellingham (22y 363d) became the youngest England player on record (since 1966) to both score and assist in a World Cup match and the fourth overall for the Three Lions.<br />
England, meanwhile, finished top of their group in consecutiv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tuchel-insists-england-will-step-up-for-knockout-rounds/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tuchel-insists-england-will-step-up-for-knockout-rounds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Croatia 2-1 Ghana: Modric makes history to help clinch second in Group L]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luka Modric has become the oldest player to record an assist at the World Cup as Croatia defeated Ghana 2-1 to finish second in Group L.<br />
After&nbsp;Derrick Luckassen cancelled out Petar Sucic's opener for Croatia, Modric's corner was headed in by&nbsp;Nikola Vlasic with seven minutes to go as Zlatko Dalic's side leapfrogged their opponents into second, with Ghana ending the group stage in third.<br />
After neither side managed a shot in the opening 15 minutes, Croatia started to click into gear as&nb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/croatia-2-1-ghana-modric-makes-history-to-help-clinch-second-in-group-l/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/croatia-2-1-ghana-modric-makes-history-to-help-clinch-second-in-group-l/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana Lose To Croatia, Finish Third In Group L]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana&rsquo;s Black Stars slipped to third place in Group L after a 2-1 defeat to Croatia at Philadelphia Stadium on Saturday, while England secured top spot with a 2-0 win over Panama in New Jersey. Derrick Luckassen scored his first goal for Ghana to cancel out Petar Su&#269;i&#263;&rsquo;s first-half opener, but Croatia struck late to [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana Lose To Croatia, Finish Third In Group L appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-lose-to-croatia-finish-third-in-group-l/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-lose-to-croatia-finish-third-in-group-l/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Eric Chelle Lead The Super Eagles Of Nigeria Back To The FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria international, Abiodun Baruwa believes Eric Chelle will lead the Super Eagles to the 2030 World Cup provided Nigerians remain patient, united, and fully support the coach&rsquo;s vision. The national team&rsquo;s improved performances and pragmatic style has increased the level of confidence that Chelle has what it takes to guide Nigeria back to football&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Can Eric Chelle Lead The Super Eagles Of Nigeria Back To The FIFA World Cup appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/can-eric-chelle-lead-the-super-eagles-of-nigeria-back-to-the-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/can-eric-chelle-lead-the-super-eagles-of-nigeria-back-to-the-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City sign youngster Detourbet from Troyes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have signed Mathys Detourbet from Troyes, the French club have announced.<br />
The 19-year-old has completed a reported &euro;25m (&pound;21.6m) to the Etihad Stadium, with both teams part of the City Football Group.<br />
The forward scored three goals and provided five assists for Troyes in Ligue 2 in 2025-26 as they earned promotion back to the top-flight as champions of the second division.<br />
In the league, Detourbet completed more dribbles than any of his team-mates (44), while he direct]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-sign-youngster-detourbet-from-troyes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-sign-youngster-detourbet-from-troyes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lachuer named Brest head coach following death of Roy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brest have announced Julien Lachuer as their new head coach following the death of Eric Roy.<br />
Roy took charge of Brest in January 2023 and stayed in charge up until his death earlier this month, having been battling pancreatic cancer for three and a half years.<br />
In his first full season in charge of the club, he clinched European football for the very first time in Brest's history, finishing third in Ligue 1 to qualify for the Champions League.<br />
He took charge of 142 games in total, winning 60 of t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lachuer-named-brest-head-coach-following-death-of-roy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lachuer-named-brest-head-coach-following-death-of-roy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Japan Can Shock Brazil  –Minamino]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japan star Takumi Minamino has disclosed that the team can shock Brazil in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash in Houston by embracing an underdog mentality. The Samurai Blue are looking to replicate their historic 3-2 comeback victory against the Brazilians from an international friendly. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Norway Is Ready [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Japan Can Shock Brazil&ndash;Minamino appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-japan-can-shock-brazil-minamino/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-japan-can-shock-brazil-minamino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Croatia Vs Ghana Live Blogging – FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 3; Group L)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L matchday 3 clash between Vatreni (The Blazers) of Croatia and the Black Stars of Ghana at the Philadelphia Stadium, Pennsylvania, USA.<br />
The post Croatia Vs Ghana Live Blogging &ndash; FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 3; Group L) appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/croatia-vs-ghana-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-3-group-l/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/croatia-vs-ghana-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-3-group-l/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Saber Confident Egypt Can Overcome Australia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mahmoud Saber believes Egypt will be fully prepared for their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash against Australia, Completesports.com reports. The Pharaohs sealed a place in the knockout stages following a 1-1 draw with Iran on Saturday. Mahmoud Saber gave Hossam Hassan the lead in the fifth minute Saber converted from close range [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Saber Confident Egypt Can Overcome Australia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-saber-confident-egypt-can-overcome-australia/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-saber-confident-egypt-can-overcome-australia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Canada Coach Gives Fitness Update On Bayern Star Davies Ahead South Africa Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada head coach Jesse Marsch has provided an update on Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies ahead of his side&rsquo;s 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against South Africa. Tournament co-hosts Canada will face Bafana Bafana on Sunday at 9pm at Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles, with both teams battling for a place [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Canada Coach Gives Fitness Update On Bayern Star Davies Ahead South Africa Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-canada-coach-gives-fitness-update-on-bayern-star-davies-ahead-south-africa-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-canada-coach-gives-fitness-update-on-bayern-star-davies-ahead-south-africa-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wimbledon: Serena’s Comeback Is Inspirational  –Djokovic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran tennis star Novak Djokovic has praised Serena Williams&rsquo; return to professional tennis as truly inspirational and epic, highlighting the intense effort and gym work the 44-year-old is putting into her preparations for the tournament.&nbsp; 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams is making a sensational return to Wimbledon after a nearly four-year absence. Read Also:Wimbledon: [...]<br />
The post Wimbledon: Serena&rsquo;s Comeback Is Inspirational&ndash;Djokovic appeared first on Comp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wimbledon-serenas-comeback-is-inspirational-djokovic/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wimbledon-serenas-comeback-is-inspirational-djokovic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Will Start From Bench Against Jordan  –Argentina Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has officially confirmed that Lionel Messi will start on the bench for the final FIFA World Cup 2026 group game against Jordan. With Argentina having already secured the top spot and qualification for the Round of 32, the decision was made to rest the team&rsquo;s talisman, though he is expected [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Will Start From Bench Against Jordan&ndash;Argentina Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-will-start-from-bench-against-jordan-argentina-coach/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-will-start-from-bench-against-jordan-argentina-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Submit £26m Bid For Former Arsenal Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have submitted a &pound;26m bid to sign Sunderland midfielder and former Arsenal captain Granit Xhaka in the summer transfer window. This is according to a report from journalist Luca Cerchione (via GIVEMESPORT). The potential signing is believed to have been personally requested by Alonso, who managed Xhaka during his time at Bayer Leverkusen. It [...]<br />
The post Chelsea Submit &pound;26m Bid For Former Arsenal Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-submit-26m-bid-for-former-arsenal-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelsea-submit-26m-bid-for-former-arsenal-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernandez Attracts Interest From Ligue 1 Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ligue 1 club Stade Rennes have joined the race to sign Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez, Completesports.com reports. Fernandez, who joined the Scottish giants from League One side Peterborough United for around &pound;3.5 million last summer, has quickly established himself as one of the standout defenders in the Scottish Premiership. Rangers are expected to demand a [...]<br />
The post Fernandez Attracts Interest From Ligue 1 Club appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernandez-attracts-interest-from-ligue-1-club/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/fernandez-attracts-interest-from-ligue-1-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brighton Launch €34m Move For Nigerian-Born Defender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brighton &amp; Hove Albion have stepped up their pursuit of Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor by submitting a bid worth around &euro;34 million (&pound;30 million) for the highly rated teenager. According to transfer experts Ben Jacobs and Alex Crook, the Premier League club have formalised their interest after being linked with the Nigerian-born defender earlier this [...]<br />
The post Brighton Launch &euro;34m Move For Nigerian-Born Defender appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-launch-34m-move-for-nigerian-born-defender/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-launch-34m-move-for-nigerian-born-defender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Highest-Ranked Nations Not At The 2026 World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 World Cup is the first to feature 48 teams, yet even with more places than ever, some of the biggest names in international football are missing. Italy, ranked 12&#7511;&#688; in the world, are the highest-ranked absentee, left out for a third tournament in a row. Their absence, along with several other established sides, [...]<br />
The post The Highest-Ranked Nations Not At The 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-highest-ranked-nations-not-at-the-2026-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-highest-ranked-nations-not-at-the-2026-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal Plan £80m Bid For Brazil World Cup Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are ready to make their move for Bruno Guimaraes after receiving all the encouragement they needed from the Brazilian&rsquo;s camp, according to TEAMtalk. The Gunners are understood to be prioritising the Brazilian star ahead of his Newcastle teammate Sandro Tonali, who they have also spoken to. Arsenal have long admired Guimaraes and are now [...]<br />
The post Arsenal Plan &pound;80m Bid For Brazil World Cup Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-plan-80m-bid-for-brazil-world-cup-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/arsenal-plan-80m-bid-for-brazil-world-cup-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Norway Is Ready For Ivory Coast Physical Approach  –Solbakken]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway head coach St&aring;le Solbakken has disclosed that his team is ready to face the physical challenge of the Ivory Coast in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that Solbakken benched 10 starters, including star striker Erling Haaland and Martin &Oslash;degaard, in their final group stage match against France to [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Norway Is Ready For Ivory Coast Physical Approach&ndash;Solbakken appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-is-ready-for-ivory-coast-physical-approach-solbakken/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-norway-is-ready-for-ivory-coast-physical-approach-solbakken/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: It’s Nice To See What African Teams Are Doing In This Tournament  –France Legend Henry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Arsenal and Barcelona star Thierry Henry has praised the performances of African nations, at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. Henry is part of Fox Sports&rsquo; broadcast team, serving as a pundit for the tournament being co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. Speaking this week, the French football legend singled out South [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: It&rsquo;s Nice To See What African Teams Are Doing In This Tournament&ndash;France Legend Henry appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-nice-to-see-what-african-teams-are-doing-in-this-tournament-france-legend-henry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-nice-to-see-what-african-teams-are-doing-in-this-tournament-france-legend-henry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons’ Group Rivals Malawi Announce Provisional Squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malawi head coach Lovemore Fazili has unveiled a 32-member provisional squad for the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. The squad is led by captain Tabitha Chawinga and vice-captain Temwa Chawinga, who returns to the team after missing their recent matches. Fazil has also included two U-20 players, Takondwa Chinyamvula and Fatima Lali, [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons&rsquo; Group Rivals Malawi Announce Provisional Squad appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-group-rivals-malawi-announce-provisional-squad/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-super-falcons-group-rivals-malawi-announce-provisional-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Egypt Ready To Take On Any Opponent — Hassan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt boss Hossam Hassan has declared his team&rsquo;s readiness to face any opponent at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Pharaohs booked their spot in the Round of 32 following a thrilling 1-1 draw with IR Iran on Saturday. The Pharaohs made the perfect start with Mahmoud Saber slotting home from close range after Alireza [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Egypt Ready To Take On Any Opponent &mdash; Hassan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-ready-to-take-on-any-opponent-hassan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-egypt-ready-to-take-on-any-opponent-hassan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Will Relish Chance To Face Argentina  –Bubista]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde head coach Bubista has declared that nothing is impossible after guiding the Blue Sharks to a historic Round of 32 clash against Argentina on July 3 in Miami. Cape Verde sealed their historic advancement by finishing as runners-up in Group H of the FIFA World Cup 2026, remaining undefeated following draws against Spain, [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Will Relish Chance To Face Argentina&ndash;Bubista appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verde-will-relish-chance-to-face-argentina-bubista/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verde-will-relish-chance-to-face-argentina-bubista/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026 Is A Disaster  –Iran Star Slams FIFA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran captain Mehdi Taremi has criticized FIFA, calling the FIFA World Cup 2026 a logistical disaster following a 1-1 draw with Egypt. In a chat with reporters, he condemned the unfair conditions, citing mandatory grueling commutes between their training base in Tijuana, Mexico, and US match locations, missing recovery staff, and ongoing visa issues for [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026 Is A Disaster&ndash;Iran Star Slams FIFA appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-is-a-disaster-iran-star-slams-fifa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-is-a-disaster-iran-star-slams-fifa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cape Verde Equals Super Eagles, Ghana’s World Cup Feat After Historic Knockout Round Qualification]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Blue Sharks of Cape Verde made history as they reached the knockout round of the FIFA World Cup 2026, after their 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia in their final Group H in the early hours of Saturday. With the result, Cape Verde finished second on three points and qualify automatically to the round of [...]<br />
The post Cape Verde Equals Super Eagles, Ghana&rsquo;s World Cup Feat After Historic Knockout Round Qualification appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-equals-super-eagles-ghanas-world-cup-feat-after-historic-knockout-round-qualification/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-equals-super-eagles-ghanas-world-cup-feat-after-historic-knockout-round-qualification/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Senegal Deserved Big Win Over Iraq — Thiaw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw believed his team fully deserved the big win over Iraq, Completesports.com reports. The Terangha Lions gave themselves hope of extending their stay at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with an emphatic 5-0 victory over Iraq at the Toronto Stadium on Friday night. Thiaw&rsquo;s side could seal a last 32 spot [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Senegal Deserved Big Win Over Iraq &mdash; Thiaw appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegal-deserved-big-win-over-iraq-thiaw/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegal-deserved-big-win-over-iraq-thiaw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wimbledon: Serena To Face Maya Joint In Opening Round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serena Williams will face 20-year-old Australian player Maya Joint in the opening round of the Wimbledon Championships. The 44-year-old seven-time Wimbledon champion accepted a wild-card entry for her highly anticipated return to singles play, marking her first singles match in nearly four years. Read Also:Serena Can&rsquo;t Win Wimbledon &ndash;Ex-Coach The first-round matchup sets up a [...]<br />
The post Wimbledon: Serena To Face Maya Joint In Opening Round appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wimbledon-serena-to-face-maya-joint-in-opening-round/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wimbledon-serena-to-face-maya-joint-in-opening-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The World Cup 2026: So Far, So Dramatic! —Odegbami]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new Super Eagles! I am missing Nigeria at the ongoing World Cup 2026. If Nigeria had managed, somehow, to qualify and to be participating, the Super Eagles, under Eric Chelle, and with the increasing number of gifted Nigerian players caught in Eric&rsquo;s scouting web around Europe these past few months, would have been one [...]<br />
The post The World Cup 2026: So Far, So Dramatic! &mdash;Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-world-cup-2026-so-far-so-dramatic-odegbami/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-world-cup-2026-so-far-so-dramatic-odegbami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Senegal Thrash Iraq 5-0 To Keep Knockout Round Qualification Hopes Alive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal took a huge step towards reaching the knockout rounds of the World Cup as they eased to an historic 5-0 win over 10-man Iraq in their final Group I game, 101 GreatGoals reports. Like their opponents in Toronto, Senegal had suffered defeats to France and Noway in their opening two matches, leaving them needing [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Senegal Thrash Iraq 5-0 To Keep Knockout Round Qualification Hopes Alive appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegal-thrash-iraq-5-0-to-keep-knockout-round-qualification-hopes-alive/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegal-thrash-iraq-5-0-to-keep-knockout-round-qualification-hopes-alive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: It’s Victory Or Nothing  –Sibo Speaks Ahead Ghana Vs Croatia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana midfielder Kwasi Sibo has declared that the Black Stars will go all out for a win against Croatia to secure top spot in Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026. After playing out a 0-0 draw against England, both teams are tied on four points, putting Ghana in prime position to advance to [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: It&rsquo;s Victory Or Nothing&ndash;Sibo Speaks Ahead Ghana Vs Croatia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-victory-or-nothing-sibo-speaks-ahead-ghana-vs-croatia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-victory-or-nothing-sibo-speaks-ahead-ghana-vs-croatia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Semenyo Calls On Black Stars To Be More Aggressive With Referees After England Penalty Row]]></title><description><![CDATA[Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo believes Ghana must be more streetwise in dealing with match officials after feeling aggrieved by a controversial decision in their goalless draw with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana were left frustrated after being denied what appeared to be a clear late penalty when England defender Ezri Konsa [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Semenyo Calls On Black Stars To Be More Aggressive With Referees After England Penalty Row appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-semenyo-calls-on-black-stars-to-be-more-aggressive-with-referees-after-england-penalty-row/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-semenyo-calls-on-black-stars-to-be-more-aggressive-with-referees-after-england-penalty-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Uzoenyi Hails African Teams, Backs Continent’s Push For Global Football Supremacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: African Teams Justifying FIFA&rsquo;s Expanded Slots Former Nigeria winger Ejike Uzoenyi believes Africa is well-positioned to emerge as a dominant force in global football, judging by the performances of the continent&rsquo;s representatives at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, Canada and Mexico, Completesports.com reports. Uzoenyi, a member of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Uzoenyi Hails African Teams, Backs Continent&rsquo;s Push For Global Football Suprema]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-uzoenyi-hails-african-teams-backs-continents-push-for-global-football-supremacy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-uzoenyi-hails-african-teams-backs-continents-push-for-global-football-supremacy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[With Our Display At The World Cup We Can Now Compete With Any Team In Africa  —Ex-Cape Verde Star Pele]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Cape Verde star defender Pedro Miguel Cardoso Monteiro popularly known as, Pele, has said with the impressive performance of his country at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, they can now compete with any team in Africa. Despite making their debut at this year&rsquo;s World Cup, Cape Verde&rsquo;s Blue Sharks have been one of the [...]<br />
The post With Our Display At The World Cup We Can Now Compete With Any Team In Africa&mdash;Ex-Cape Verde Star Pele appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/with-our-display-at-the-world-cup-we-can-now-compete-with-any-team-in-africa-ex-cape-verde-star-pele/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/with-our-display-at-the-world-cup-we-can-now-compete-with-any-team-in-africa-ex-cape-verde-star-pele/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Danish Club Hobro IK Sign Nigerian Forward On Three-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Danish club Hobro IK have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Onyebuchi Obasi, Completesports.com reports. Obasi joins the Danish side from Norwegian outfit V&aring;lerenga after signing a three-year contract. The 21-year-old becomes Hobro IK&rsquo;s fourth signing of the summer transfer window. He moved to V&aring;lerenga from Nigerian academy Beyond Limits in 2024 before spending last [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Danish Club Hobro IK Sign Nigerian Forward On Three-Year Deal appeared first o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-danish-club-hobro-ik-sign-nigerian-forward-on-three-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-danish-club-hobro-ik-sign-nigerian-forward-on-three-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Okocha, 4 Other African Stars Who Hold FIFA World Cup Records]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FIFA World Cup has always been the ultimate stage for football&rsquo;s greatest players to etch their names into history. Every edition of the tournament produces unforgettable moments, iconic performances and remarkable records that define generations of the game. While the FIFA World Cup 2026 has already witnessed global superstars such as Lionel Messi and [...]<br />
The post Okocha, 4 Other African Stars Who Hold FIFA World Cup Records appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okocha-4-other-african-stars-who-hold-fifa-world-cup-records/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/okocha-4-other-african-stars-who-hold-fifa-world-cup-records/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayweather Vs Pacquiao Rematch Postponed Indefinitely]]></title><description><![CDATA[The highly anticipated rematch between boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, previously slated for September 19, 2026, at the Sphere in Las Vegas, has been postponed indefinitely. Pacquiao&rsquo;s camp cited a volatile mix of financial gridlock, scheduling conflicts, and legal disputes entirely surrounding Mayweather&rsquo;s team. Read Also:Warren: No Venue Yet For Joshua, Fury Fight [...]<br />
The post Mayweather Vs Pacquiao Rematch Postponed Indefinitely appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mayweather-vs-pacquiao-rematch-postponed-indefinitely/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mayweather-vs-pacquiao-rematch-postponed-indefinitely/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agbonlahor: Fulham Will Be Relegated From Premier League If Arbeloa Is Appointed Manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has disclosed that Fulham may be relegated from the Premier League if &Aacute;lvaro Arbeloa is appointed as manager. Agbonlahor believes the Cottagers are at major risk following the departure of manager Marco Silva to Benfica and expects incoming boss &Aacute;lvaro Arbeloa&rsquo;s lack of senior managerial experience to cause severe [...]<br />
The post Agbonlahor: Fulham Will Be Relegated From Premier League If Arbeloa Is Appointed Manager appeared first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/agbonlahor-fulham-will-be-relegated-from-premier-league-if-arbeloa-is-appointed-manager/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/agbonlahor-fulham-will-be-relegated-from-premier-league-if-arbeloa-is-appointed-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pele, Maradona Can’t Match Messi’s Longevity, Output  –Malouda]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former France winger Florent Malouda has disclosed that Lionel Messi&rsquo;s statistical numbers put him in a league of his own, noting that even legends like Pel&eacute; and Diego Maradona cannot match his longevity and output. Speaking to BoyleSports, Malouda highlighted the unmatched consistency and sheer volume of records Messi has accumulated over his illustrious career. [...]<br />
The post Pele, Maradona Can&rsquo;t Match Messi&rsquo;s Longevity, Output&ndash;Malouda appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pele-maradona-cant-match-messis-longevity-output-malouda/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pele-maradona-cant-match-messis-longevity-output-malouda/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’ve Lost My World Cup, European Championship, EPL, FA Cup, Ligue 1 Winner’s Medals   —France Legend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit lost all his winner&rsquo;s medals, including for the World Cup &ndash; but has an expensive replica trophy worth over &pound;1million in his safe. The midfield icon was a key part of France&lsquo;s 1998 squad that won the tournament in Paris, even scoring in the 3-0 final victory over Brazil. But not [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;ve Lost My World Cup, European Championship, EPL, FA Cup, Ligue 1 Winner&rsquo;s Medals &mdash;France Legend appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ive-lost-my-world-cup-european-championship-epl-fa-cup-ligue-1-winners-medals-france-legend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ive-lost-my-world-cup-european-championship-epl-fa-cup-ligue-1-winners-medals-france-legend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NNL: Solution FC Overhaul Begins As Governor Soludo Dissolves Technical, Management Teams; Scraps Sports Commission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, the Executive Governor of Anambra State, has dissolved the management and technical crew of Solution FC, a Nigeria National League (NNL) side, Completesports.com reports. The governor also announced the scrapping of the Anambra State Sports Commission, the body previously responsible for administering sports in the state. Consequently, the state government has [...]<br />
The post NNL: Solution FC Overhaul Begins As Governor Soludo Dissolves Technical, Management Tea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-solution-fc-overhaul-begins-as-governor-soludo-dissolves-technical-management-teams-scraps-sports-commission/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nnl-solution-fc-overhaul-begins-as-governor-soludo-dissolves-technical-management-teams-scraps-sports-commission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Pepe Targets More Goals After Helping Côte d’Ivoire  Beat Curaçao]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nicolas P&eacute;p&eacute; has set his sights on adding to his goal tally after inspiring C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire&rsquo;s historic qualification for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, reports Completesports.com. The Villarreal winger scored both goals as the Elephants defeated Cura&ccedil;ao 2-0 at Philadelphia Stadium on Thursday night. Pepe made history as only the second [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Pepe Targets More Goals After Helping C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;IvoireBeat Cura&ccedi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-pepe-targets-more-goals-after-helping-cte-divoire-beat-curaao/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-pepe-targets-more-goals-after-helping-cte-divoire-beat-curaao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sevilla Reject Serie A Club Offer For Adams]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sevilla have turned down an offer from newly promoted Serie A side Venezia for Super Eagles striker Akor Adams, Completesports.com reports. According to Transferfeed, Venezia&rsquo;s bid was worth less than &euro;10 million. The Spanish club are unwilling to part with the forward for that fee , and are believed to value him between &euro;20 million [...]<br />
The post Sevilla Reject Serie A Club Offer For Adams appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sevilla-reject-serie-a-club-offer-for-adams/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sevilla-reject-serie-a-club-offer-for-adams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ecuador President Declares National Holiday After Historic Win Over Germany]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ecuador President Daniel Noboa has declared Friday a national holiday following La Tri&rsquo;s famous 2-1 win over Germany. The victory confirmed Ecuador&rsquo;s place in the knockouts as one of the best eight third-placed teams. The South Americans have reached the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for only the second time in their history, matching their [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ecuador President Declares National Holiday After Historic Win Over Germany appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ecuador-president-declares-national-holiday-after-historic-win-over-germany/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ecuador-president-declares-national-holiday-after-historic-win-over-germany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mills: Ronaldo Will Be Portugal’s Manager In World Cup 2030]]></title><description><![CDATA[England legend Danny Mills has disclosed that Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo&rsquo;s playing days are highly fragile and could be ended by a single injury. Speaking to betTOM, Mills asserted that it would be incredibly difficult to justify starting a 41-year-old Ronaldo in four years, suggesting that he is far more likely to transition into a [...]<br />
The post Mills: Ronaldo Will Be Portugal&rsquo;s Manager In World Cup 2030 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mills-ronaldo-will-be-portugals-manager-in-world-cup-2030/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mills-ronaldo-will-be-portugals-manager-in-world-cup-2030/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team Nigeria Athletes To Embark On Three-Week Overseas Training Camp Ahead Commonwealth Games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Team Nigeria athletes will embark on a three-week overseas training camp ahead of this year&rsquo;s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Few days ago the Athletic Federation (AFN) of Nigeria unveiled the 29 athletes that will represent Nigeria at this year&rsquo;s games. The invited athletes, drawn from various track and field events, will continue preparations alongside [...]<br />
The post Team Nigeria Athletes To Embark On Three-Week Overseas Training Camp Ahead Commonwealth Games appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/team-nigeria-athletes-to-embark-on-three-week-overseas-training-camp-ahead-commonwealth-games/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/team-nigeria-athletes-to-embark-on-three-week-overseas-training-camp-ahead-commonwealth-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benfica Confirm Exit Of Super Falcons Midfielder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has parted ways with Portuguese champions Benfica following the expiration of her contract, Completesports.com reports. Ucheibe spent six successful years with the Eagles after joining from Swedish side Assi IF in 2020. The 25-year-old made 179 appearances across all competitions for Benfica, scoring 11 goals during her spell at the [...]<br />
The post Benfica Confirm Exit Of Super Falcons Midfielder appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/benfica-confirm-exit-of-super-falcons-midfielder/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/benfica-confirm-exit-of-super-falcons-midfielder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City Agree Club Record For England World Cup Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have agreed a deal worth around &pound;116 million to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. According to BBC Sport (via Shoot) City are insisting that the fee is &pound;116 million &ndash; which would represent a club record signing for the Citizens &ndash; however other sources are claiming that the deal is actually [...]<br />
The post Man City Agree Club Record For England World Cup Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-agree-club-record-for-england-world-cup-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-agree-club-record-for-england-world-cup-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man City Agree Club Record Deal For England World Cup Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City have agreed a deal worth around &pound;116 million to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. According to BBC Sport (via Shoot) City are insisting that the fee is &pound;116 million &ndash; which would represent a club record signing for the Citizens &ndash; however other sources are claiming that the deal is actually [...]<br />
The post Man City Agree Club Record Deal For England World Cup Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-agree-club-record-deal-for-england-world-cup-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-city-agree-club-record-deal-for-england-world-cup-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo Has A Lively Character  –Ex-Man United Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Nicky Butt has disclosed that Cristiano Ronaldo is significantly more approachable and humorous in the dressing room than his public reputation suggests. Butt, who played with Ronaldo during the 2003-2004 season, noted that many people remain standoffish simply because they are in awe of the global superstar. Read Also:Neymar: I&rsquo;ve Strong Relationship [...]<br />
The post Ronaldo Has A Lively Character&ndash;Ex-Man United Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-has-a-lively-character-ex-man-united-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-has-a-lively-character-ex-man-united-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We’ll Give Everything To Secure Qualification  –Thiaw Speaks Ahead Senegal Vs Iraq]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has disclosed that his team will not underestimate Iraq as they head into their decisive FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match in Toronto. Following back-to-back defeats to France and Norway, Thiaw has labeled the match a final, noting that the team must win to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We&rsquo;ll Give Everything To Secure Qualification&ndash;Thiaw Speaks Ahead Senegal Vs Iraq appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-well-give-everything-to-secure-qualification-thiaw-speaks-ahead-senegal-vs-iraq/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-well-give-everything-to-secure-qualification-thiaw-speaks-ahead-senegal-vs-iraq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026:  Côte d’Ivoire Deserved Round Of  32 Spot  — Faé]]></title><description><![CDATA[C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire head coach Emerse Fa&eacute; says his team deserved a place in the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. The Elephants confirmed their place in the Round of 32 following a 2-0 victory over Cura&ccedil;ao at the Philadelphia Stadium on Thursday night. Pepe Stars For Elephants Former Arsenal winger Nicolas [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026:C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire Deserved Round Of32 Spot&mdash; Fa&eacute; appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cte-divoire-deserved-round-of-32-spot-fa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cte-divoire-deserved-round-of-32-spot-fa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Côte d’Ivoire Coach Fae Slams Schweinsteiger’s ‘Racist’ Remarks Against African Football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire head coach Emerse Fae has slammed Germany legend midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger, over &lsquo;racial&rsquo; remarks against African football at the ongoing FIFA World Cup. Speaking on German television network ARD prior to his country&rsquo;s group-stage match against C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire, Schweinsteiger warned viewers about what to expect from the west Africans. The 2014 World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire Coach Fae Slams Schweinsteiger&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cte-divoire-coach-fae-slams-schweinsteigers-racist-remarks-against-african-football/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cte-divoire-coach-fae-slams-schweinsteigers-racist-remarks-against-african-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Pepe Brace Vs Curacao Sends Côte d’Ivoire Into knockout Rounds For The First Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nicolas Pepe bagged a brace as C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire beat Cura&ccedil;ao 2-0 in their final group match and book their place in the knockout stage of the World Cup. It is a historic result for the Elephants as they had never before managed to get past the first round of a World Cup. Emerse Fae&rsquo;s men [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Pepe Brace Vs Curacao Sends C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire Into knockout Rounds For The First Time appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-pepe-brace-vs-curacao-sends-cte-divoire-into-knockout-rounds-for-the-first-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-pepe-brace-vs-curacao-sends-cte-divoire-into-knockout-rounds-for-the-first-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neymar: I’ve Strong Relationship With Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil star Neymar has disclosed that he has a strong relationship with Argentina&rsquo;s Lionel Messi. Speaking after Brazil&rsquo;s group-stage victory over Scotland at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Neymar shared warm thoughts about the Argentine icon. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Messi, Ronaldo Are Best Players In The World &ndash;Klopp He stated that Messi is his [...]<br />
The post Neymar: I&rsquo;ve Strong Relationship With Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/neymar-ive-strong-relationship-with-messi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/neymar-ive-strong-relationship-with-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship Club Join Nwaiwu Chase]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham United are the latest club to be linked with a move for Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu, Completesports.com reports. Nwaiwu, 22, joined Trabzonspor from Austrian club Wolfsberger AC during the winter transfer window. The centre-back caught the eye with his consistent displays for the Claret and Blues, earning admiration from several clubs. The Nigeria [...]<br />
The post Championship Club Join Nwaiwu Chase appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/championship-club-join-nwaiwu-chase/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/championship-club-join-nwaiwu-chase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mourinho Tips England To Win World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has backed England as a top contender to win the FIFA World Cup 2026. England has played two matches so far in Group L of the tournament: a 4-2 opening victory against Croatia and a 0-0 draw against Ghana. Their final group stage match is against Panama. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post Mourinho Tips England To Win World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mourinho-tips-england-to-win-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mourinho-tips-england-to-win-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sharapova Declines Making Comeback To Professional Tennis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran tennis star Maria Sharapova has completely ruled out joining her former rival Serena Williams on the professional circuit, viewing her retirement as permanent. While their on-court rivalry was legendary, Sharapova has shifted her focus entirely to family, wellness, and business ventures post-retirement, rather than returning to a demanding sport. Read Also:Serena Can&rsquo;t Win Wimbledon [...]<br />
The post Sharapova Declines Making Comeback To Professional Tennis appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sharapova-declines-making-comeback-to-professional-tennis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sharapova-declines-making-comeback-to-professional-tennis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Côte d’Ivoire Coach Faé Cautions Against Underestimating Curaçao]]></title><description><![CDATA[C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire head coach Emerse Fa&eacute; has warned his players against underestimating Cura&ccedil;ao ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup clash, Completesports.com reports. The Elephants will be aiming to book their place in the Round of 32 when they take on the World Cup debutants on Thursday night. Fa&eacute;&rsquo;s side opened their campaign with a [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire Coach Fa&eacute; Cautions Against Underestimating Cura&ccedil;ao appear]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cte-divoire-coach-fa-cautions-against-underestimating-curaao/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cte-divoire-coach-fa-cautions-against-underestimating-curaao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Valencia: Alexander-Arnold Will Be Perfect Fit For Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United winger Antonio Valencia has advised the Red Devils to make a sensational move for Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold. Speaking with Hajper, Valencia stated that bringing a player of his caliber to Old Trafford would be a massive statement. Read Also:Cucurella Urges Chelsea Star To Join Him At Real Madrid &ldquo;He would [...]<br />
The post Valencia: Alexander-Arnold Will Be Perfect Fit For Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/valencia-alexander-arnold-will-be-perfect-fit-for-man-united/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/valencia-alexander-arnold-will-be-perfect-fit-for-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Mofokeng Confident Bafana Bafana Can Make More History]]></title><description><![CDATA[Relebohile Mofokeng insists Bafana Bafana are fully focused on extending their memorable run at the FIFA World Cup 2026. South Africa reached the Round of 32 for the first time after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Korea Republic at the Monterrey Stadium. Substitute Tshepang Moremi set up Thapelo Maseko for the winning goal in the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Mofokeng Confident Bafana Bafana Can Make More History appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mofokeng-confident-bafana-bafana-can-make-more-history/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mofokeng-confident-bafana-bafana-can-make-more-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: FIFA Dismisses  South Africa FA’s Appeal Against Zwane’s Three-Man Suspension]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South African Football Association&rsquo;s (SAFA) appeal against Bafana Bafana midfielder Themba Zwane&rsquo;s three-match suspension has been dismissed by the FIFA Disciplinary committee. SAFA disclosed this in a statement released on their website on Thursday. Zwane is serving a three-match suspension he was handed by the FIFA disciplinary committee following the red card he received [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: FIFA DismissesSouth Africa FA&rsquo;s Appeal Against Zwane&rsquo;s Three-Man]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fifa-dismisses-south-africa-fas-appeal-against-zwanes-three-man-suspension/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fifa-dismisses-south-africa-fas-appeal-against-zwanes-three-man-suspension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBA Draft 2026: Over 10 Players Of African Heritage Selected, Nigeria Produces Six Draftees]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 NBA Draft showcased the growing influence of African basketball talent on the global stage, with more than 10 players from Africa or with at least one African parent selected across the two rounds held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Nigeria emerged as the most represented African nation in the draft, [...]<br />
The post NBA Draft 2026: Over 10 Players Of African Heritage Selected, Nigeria Produces Six Draftees appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nba-draft-2026-over-10-players-of-african-heritage-selected-nigeria-produces-six-draftees/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nba-draft-2026-over-10-players-of-african-heritage-selected-nigeria-produces-six-draftees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: South Korea Coach Takes Responsibility For Defeat To South Africa]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo has reflected on his side&rsquo;s disappointing defeat to Bafana Bafana after their FIFA World Cup hopes suffered a major setback. The Asian giants went down 1-0 to South Africa in a must-win 2026 FIFA World Cup Group A clash on Thursday morning, South African time. Korea needed only a [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: South Korea Coach Takes Responsibility For Defeat To South Africa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-korea-coach-takes-responsibility-for-defeat-to-south-africa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-korea-coach-takes-responsibility-for-defeat-to-south-africa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Hincapie Joins Arsenal In Permanent Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ecuador international Piero Hincapie has made his loan move from Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen to Arsenal permanent. The deal was confirmed by Arsenal in a statement on their official website on Thursday. The Gunners agreed a fee of &pound;45m for the Hincapie when he initially joined on loan last summer. &ldquo;We are delighted to have [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Hincapie Joins Arsenal In Permanent Deal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-hincapie-joins-arsenal-in-permanent-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-hincapie-joins-arsenal-in-permanent-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winners Emerge At Rexona Consumer Promotion, Get Tickets To Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Matches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unilever Nigeria Plc has officially announced the winners of the Rexona FIFA World Cup 2026&trade; Consumer promotion, giving loyal consumers of its leading deodorant brand, Rexona, the chance to experience the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026&trade; live in Vancouver, Canada. The ticket presentation ceremony, held at Prince Ebeano Supermarket, Ikeja, marked the successful [...]<br />
The post Winners Emerge At Rexona Consumer Promotion, Get Tickets To Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Matches appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/winners-emerge-at-rexona-consumer-promotion-get-tickets-to-watch-fifa-world-cup-2026-matches/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/winners-emerge-at-rexona-consumer-promotion-get-tickets-to-watch-fifa-world-cup-2026-matches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We’d Love To Be First African Country To Win The World Cup  —Senegal Legend Henri Camara]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Senegal star forward Henri Camara has said the wish of everyone in his country is to see the Teranga Lions become the first African country to win the FIFA World Cup. Henri Upbeat About Senegal Despite Struggles At World Cup 2026 Senegal are one of the 10 African countries featuring at this year&rsquo;s tournament [...]<br />
The post We&rsquo;d Love To Be First African Country To Win The World Cup&mdash;Senegal Legend Henri Camara appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wed-love-to-be-first-african-country-to-win-the-world-cup-senegal-legend-henri-camara/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wed-love-to-be-first-african-country-to-win-the-world-cup-senegal-legend-henri-camara/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFCON 2026: NSC, NFF Set Up Welfare Committee For Super Falcons]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Sports Commission, NSC, in partnership with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has constituted a Welfare Committee to ensure the well-being of the Super Falcons throughout their 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations title defence campaign in Morocco. The seven-member committee will be chaired by NFF Executive Board member Aisha Falode, with Ruth David [...]<br />
The post WAFCON 2026: NSC, NFF Set Up Welfare Committee For Super Falcons appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-nsc-nff-set-up-welfare-committee-for-super-falcons/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafcon-2026-nsc-nff-set-up-welfare-committee-for-super-falcons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ouahbi tells Morocco to believe they can win the World Cup after reaching last 32]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Ouahbi has told his Morocco side to have the belief that they can win the World Cup after confirming their spot in the knockout stages with a 4-2 win over Haiti.<br />
The Atlas Lions twice fought back before half-time in Atlanta, with Achraf Hakimi and Ismael Saibari cancelling out a Yassine Bounou own goal and Wilson Isidor's strike.<br />
Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine scored late on to earn the three points, with Morocco finishing second in Group C on goal difference behind Brazil.<br />
Four yea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ouahbi-tells-morocco-to-believe-they-can-win-the-world-cup-after-reaching-last-32/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ouahbi-tells-morocco-to-believe-they-can-win-the-world-cup-after-reaching-last-32/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Norway vs France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway and France will meet at Boston Stadium on Friday evening, as both nations conclude their 2026 World Cup group-stage campaigns in Group I.<br />
Both teams have already qualified for the knockout stage after winning their first two matches, but top spot remains at stake in one of the most attractive fixtures of the final group round.<br />
Verdict: France to win and both teams to scoreBest odds: 12/5Bookmaker: 1xBet<br />
Norway<br />
Norway enters this match as one of the most entertaining teams of the tournamen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-norway-vs-france/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-norway-vs-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Panama vs England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to make an immediate return to winning ways and wrap up top spot in Group L, England will meet Panama at the MetLife Stadium on Saturday night.<br />
With the 2026 World Cup group stages set to draw to a close over the next week, there are plenty of attractive betting promotions available this summer.<br />
Verdict: England win to nil<br />
Best Odds: 21/20<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Panama<br />
Starting with Panama, while Los Canaleros might have embarked on an eye-catching World Cup qualifying campaign last year,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-panama-vs-england/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-panama-vs-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Turkey vs USA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkey and the United States will meet at Los Angeles Stadium on Thursday evening, as both nations close their 2026 World Cup group-stage campaigns in Group D.<br />
Turkey enters the match already eliminated after defeats to Australia and Paraguay, while the United States has already secured top spot in the group and will look to protect its momentum before the knockout stage.<br />
Verdict: United States to winBest odds: 1/1Bookmaker: 1xBet<br />
Turkey<br />
Turkey enters this match with pride as its main motivation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-turkey-vs-usa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-turkey-vs-usa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi, Ronaldo Are Best Players In The World  –Klopp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Liverpool coach J&uuml;rgen Klopp has hailed Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as extraordinary, expressing awe at their enduring brilliance during the FIFA World Cup 2026. In a chat with Tribal Football, the German tactician praised Messi&rsquo;s tactical genius and record-breaking scoring, while applauding 41-year-old Ronaldo&rsquo;s relentless intensity and strong bounce-back mentality after facing early-tournament [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi, Ronaldo Are Best Players In The]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-ronaldo-are-best-players-in-the-world-klopp/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-ronaldo-are-best-players-in-the-world-klopp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Uruguay vs Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to officially wrap up top spot in Group H this weekend, Spain will meet Uruguay at the Estadio Akron in the early hours of Saturday.<br />
With the 2026 World Cup group stages set to officially draw to a close over the next week, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available this summer.<br />
Verdict: Spain win&nbsp;<br />
Best Odds: 4/7<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;1xBet<br />
Uruguay<br />
Starting with Uruguay, while Marcelo Bielsa&rsquo;s camp might have opened up their North American adventure almost univers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-uruguay-vs-spain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-uruguay-vs-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vinicius expecting gift from Ancelotti after Brazil top World Cup group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vinicius Junior was thrilled with his impressive group-stage performances at the World Cup after Brazil topped their section, and joked he is expecting a gift from coach Carlo Ancelotti after scoring a rare header.<br />
The Selecao defeated Scotland 3-0 in their final game to finish first in Group C on seven points, ahead of Morocco on goal difference.<br />
Vinicius scored a brace in the convincing victory, while Matheus Cunha also got on the scoresheet at Miami Stadium.<br />
Forward Vinicius has become just t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/vinicius-expecting-gift-from-ancelotti-after-brazil-top-world-cup-group/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/vinicius-expecting-gift-from-ancelotti-after-brazil-top-world-cup-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Real Sociedad is my home’ – Oyarzabal brushes off Barca rumours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mikel Oyarzabal insisted "Real Sociedad and San Sebastian are my home" as he played down rumours linking him with a move to Barcelona.<br />
The 29-year-old is enjoying one of the best seasons of his career, lifting the Copa del Rey with La Real before being named in Spain's World Cup squad.<br />
His 15 LaLiga goals this season are the most he has ever managed in a single season, while he has already scored two goals and provided one assist in two World Cup matches for La Roja.<br />
Overall, Oyarzabal has score]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-sociedad-is-my-home-oyarzabal-brushes-off-barca-rumours/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-sociedad-is-my-home-oyarzabal-brushes-off-barca-rumours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Hakimi Relishes Morocco’s Hard-Fought Win Over Haiti]]></title><description><![CDATA[Achraf Hakimi was in high spirits after Morocco&rsquo;s thrilling 4-2 victory over Haiti, Completesports.com reports. The Atlas Lions came back twice to defeat Les Grenadiers in their final match of group play at FIFA World Cup 2026. Yassine Bounou&rsquo;s own goal gave Haiti the lead after 10 minutes. It was Sebastien Migne&rsquo;s side first World [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Hakimi Relishes Morocco&rsquo;s Hard-Fought Win Over Haiti appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hakimi-relishes-moroccos-hard-fought-win-over-haiti/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hakimi-relishes-moroccos-hard-fought-win-over-haiti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Tunisia vs Netherlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to officially wrap up top spot in Group F in the early hours of Friday, the Netherlands will meet Tunisia in Kansas City<br />
With the 2026 World Cup group stages set to draw to a close over the next week, there are a string of eye-catching betting promotions available.<br />
Verdict: Netherlands to win both halves&nbsp;<br />
Best Odds: 21/20<br />
Bookmaker:&nbsp;BetUS<br />
Tunisia<br />
Starting with Tunisia, enduring what has been nothing short of a public crisis in North America this summer, the Eagles of Carthage h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-tunisia-vs-netherlands/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-tunisia-vs-netherlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘For sure I think we’re going home’, admits Scotland boss Clarke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland boss Steve Clarke admits he thinks his side are "going home" after their World Cup defeat to Brazil.<br />
Scotland lost 3-0 to Brazil on Wednesday as a brace from Vinicius Junior and a second-half strike from Matheus Cunha sealed top spot in Group C for the Selecao.<br />
Clarke's side were left to rue their own mistakes, with Vinicius' first goal coming directly from a Scott McKenna error, while Jack Hendry was reprieved by VAR after he was caught on the ball by the Real Madrid forward.<br />
Scotland]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/for-sure-i-think-were-going-home-admits-scotland-boss-clarke/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/for-sure-i-think-were-going-home-admits-scotland-boss-clarke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Champions To Earn Record N1bn Prize Money From 2026/27 Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning with the 2026/27 season, winners of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) will receive a record cash prize of N1 billion, while the runners-up will earn N500 million and the third-placed team will take home N300 million, Completesports.com reports. Alhaji Shehu Dikko, Executive Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), disclosed the massive financial [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Champions To Earn Record N1bn Prize Money From 2026/27 Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-champions-to-earn-record-n1bn-prize-money-from-202627-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-champions-to-earn-record-n1bn-prize-money-from-202627-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AFN Lists Amusan, Brume, Ashe, 26 Other Athletes For Camping Ahead 2026 Commonwealth Games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tobi Amusan, Favour Ashe and Ese Brume are among 29 athletes invited to camp by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The names of the 29 invited athletes was posted on the Making of Champions X handle. Other notable names on the list include Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, Kanyisola Ajayi, Ezekiel [...]<br />
The post AFN Lists Amusan, Brume, Ashe, 26 Other Athletes For Camping Ahead 2026 Commonwealth Games appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/afn-lists-amusan-brume-ashe-26-other-athletes-for-camping-ahead-2026-commonwealth-games/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/afn-lists-amusan-brume-ashe-26-other-athletes-for-camping-ahead-2026-commonwealth-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mourinho takes dig at ‘big contradiction’ Barca ahead of renewed rivalry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jose Mourinho believes the way Barcelona's style of play is viewed is a "big contradiction" as the Real Madrid boss took a dig at his rivals.<br />
Mourinho has returned for a second spell at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, signing a three-year deal following Alvaro Arbeloa's exit.<br />
The 63-year-old won one LaLiga title, one Copa del Rey and one Supercopa de Espana during his first stint with Los Blancos between 2010 and 2013, also winning 126 of his 174 games in charge (D27 L21).<br />
His league title triump]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mourinho-takes-dig-at-big-contradiction-barca-ahead-of-renewed-rivalry/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mourinho-takes-dig-at-big-contradiction-barca-ahead-of-renewed-rivalry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Family Is Not Going Through Financial Hardship  –Raphinha’s Wife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nat&aacute;lia Belloli, the wife of FC Barcelona and Brazil star Raphinha, has slammed claims that the couple is experiencing a financial crisis. Following rumours spread on a Brazilian podcast by ex-player Vampeta, she publicly dismissed the story as absurd, noting that even earning a fraction of his current income would leave their family extremely blessed. [...]<br />
The post My Family Is Not Going Through Financial Hardship&ndash;Raphinha&rsquo;s Wife appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/my-family-is-not-going-through-financial-hardship-raphinhas-wife/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/my-family-is-not-going-through-financial-hardship-raphinhas-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: It’s Historic   –Broos Celebrates South Africa’s Qualification To Knockout Stages]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa coach Hugo Broos has expressed delight after guiding the Bafana Bafana to their first knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup 2026. A goal from Thapelo Maseko in the 63rd minute was enough to help South Africa defeat South Korea 1-0 and finish in second place in Group A behind Mexico, which won [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: It&rsquo;s Historic &ndash;Broos Celebrates South Africa&rsquo;s Qualification To Knockout Stages appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-historic-broos-celebrates-south-africas-qualification-to-knockout-stages/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-its-historic-broos-celebrates-south-africas-qualification-to-knockout-stages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Broos Hails South Africa’s Win Over Korea]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has praised Bafana Bafana&rsquo;s determined performance following their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Korea Republic, Completesports.com reports. The win at Monterrey Stadium secured South Africa&rsquo;s place in the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 for the first time in their history. Thapelo Maseko scored the decisive goal in [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Broos Hails South Africa&rsquo;s Win Over Korea appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-broos-hails-south-africas-win-over-korea/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-broos-hails-south-africas-win-over-korea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: South Africa Beat South Korea To Reach World Cup Knockout Stage For The First Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[A second-half strike from Thapelo Maseko proved decisive as Bafana Bafana pip South Korea 1-0 in Thursday&rsquo;s final Group A clash in Mexico. The win means South Africa have reached the knockout rounds of the World Cup for the first time since making their debut in 1998. Hugo Broos men finished second behind co-hosts Mexico, [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: South Africa Beat South Korea To Reach World Cup Knockout Stage For The First Time appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-beat-south-korea-to-reach-world-cup-knockout-stage-for-the-first-time/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-beat-south-korea-to-reach-world-cup-knockout-stage-for-the-first-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa Vs South Korea Live Blogging – FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 3; Group A)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A matchday 3 clash between the Bafana Bafana of South Africa and the Taegeuk Warriors of South Korea at the Estadio Monterrey [Estadio BBVA], Nuevo Leon, Mexico.<br />
The post South Africa Vs South Korea Live Blogging &ndash; FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 3; Group A) appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africa-vs-south-korea-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-3-group-a/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/south-africa-vs-south-korea-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-3-group-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Must Ignore Outside Criticism  –Eze]]></title><description><![CDATA[England midfielder Eberechi Eze has urged his teammates to ignore outside criticism following their frustrating goalless draw with Ghana at the World Cup 2026. The stalemate leaves England&rsquo;s Group L dynamics open. However, Eze insists the mentality remains completely focused on winning their upcoming clash against Panama in New Jersey to secure the top spot [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Must Ignore Outside Criticism&ndash;Eze appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-must-ignore-outside-criticism-eze/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-must-ignore-outside-criticism-eze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cucurella Urges Chelsea Star To Join Him At Real Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid star Marc Cucurella has urged old Chelsea team-mate Enzo Fernandez to join him at the Bernabeu. Cucurella, 27, has signed a six-year deal with Jose Mourinho&lsquo;s men after Madrid agreed a &pound;51.8million deal for his signature. And the ex-Brighton man now hopes wantaway star Fernandez to follow in his footsteps and said he [...]<br />
The post Cucurella Urges Chelsea Star To Join Him At Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cucurella-urges-chelsea-star-to-join-him-at-real-madrid/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cucurella-urges-chelsea-star-to-join-him-at-real-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paraguay Lodges Complaint With FIFA After Bellingham Escapes Red  Card For Covering Mouth While Speaking To Opponent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paraguay have lodged an official complaint with FIFA after Jude Bellingham escaped a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent. Paraguayan star Miguel Almiron became the first player ever to be sent off for the offence during his nation&rsquo;s narrow win over Turkey at the World Cup. Ahead of the tournament, [...]<br />
The post Paraguay Lodges Complaint With FIFA After Bellingham Escapes RedCard For Covering Mouth While Speaking To Opponent appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/paraguay-lodges-complaint-with-fifa-after-bellingham-escapes-red-card-for-covering-mouth-while-speaking-to-opponent/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/paraguay-lodges-complaint-with-fifa-after-bellingham-escapes-red-card-for-covering-mouth-while-speaking-to-opponent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Abd’Allah Appointed New Ranchers Bees Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria Premier Football League , NPFL , newcomers Ranchers Bees have appointed Usman Abd&rsquo;Allah as their new head coach, reports Completesports.com reports. Abd&rsquo;Allah has signed a two-year contract with the Kaduna-based club ahead of the 2025/26 NPFL season. The 51-year-old returns to the dugout after a brief stint with Remo Stars last season, where he [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Abd&rsquo;Allah Appointed New Ranchers Bees Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-abdallah-appointed-new-ranchers-bees-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-abdallah-appointed-new-ranchers-bees-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: South Africa Fired Up For Crucial Korea Clash — Broos]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa head coach Hugo Broos says his players are fully motivated ahead of their crucial Group A clash against Korea Republic. Bafana Bafana are aiming to reach the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history. Broos&rsquo; side will face Korea at the Monterrey Stadium on Thursday, knowing [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: South Africa Fired Up For Crucial Korea Clash &mdash; Broos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-fired-up-for-crucial-korea-clash-broos/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-fired-up-for-crucial-korea-clash-broos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Won’t Retire From Football After World Cup 2026  –Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina star Lionel Messi has reiterated that he won&rsquo;t be retiring immediately after the FIFA World Cup 2026. Silencing retirement rumours, he has stated that he will keep playing as long as he feels physically good, can contribute to the team, and continues to enjoy the sport. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Palmer&rsquo;s Creativity Would Have [...]<br />
The post I Won&rsquo;t Retire From Football After World Cup 2026&ndash;Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-wont-retire-from-football-after-world-cup-2026-messi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/i-wont-retire-from-football-after-world-cup-2026-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serena Can’t Win Wimbledon  –Ex-Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serena Williams&rsquo; childhood coach Rick Macci has disclosed that he doesn&rsquo;t believe the tennis star has the stamina to win seven consecutive matches and claim the Wimbledon singles title. The 44-year-old legend, who retired initially in 2022, recently made her return to professional tennis in doubles and has played two matches so far. Serena received [...]<br />
The post Serena Can&rsquo;t Win Wimbledon&ndash;Ex-Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serena-cant-win-wimbledon-ex-coach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serena-cant-win-wimbledon-ex-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Palmer’s Creativity Would Have Unlock Ghana’s Tight Defence  –Carragher]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has criticized England manager Thomas Tuchel for omitting Cole Palmer from the squad, stating that the team lacks a magician to break down Ghana in Tuesday&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 game. Tuchel left Palmer at home due to his club form and fitness. With Palmer unavailable, England&rsquo;s bench relies heavily on [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Palmer&rsquo;s Creativity Would Have Unlock Ghana&rsquo;s Tight Defence&ndash;Carragher appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-palmers-creativity-would-have-unlock-ghanas-tight-defence-carragher/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-palmers-creativity-would-have-unlock-ghanas-tight-defence-carragher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo Snubs Question About Messi After Opening World Cup Goals Account With Brace Against Uzbekistan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo refused to be drawn into a conversation about long-time rival Lionel Messi, talkSPORT reports. The Portugal forward shrugged off days of widespread criticism by scoring twice in his nation&rsquo;s 5-0 group win over Uzbekistan to open his goal account in North America. While talk about the Golden Boot race dominated football fan chats, [...]<br />
The post Ronaldo Snubs Question About Messi After Opening World Cup Goals Account With Brace Against Uzbekistan appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-snubs-question-about-messi-after-opening-world-cup-goals-account-with-brace-against-uzbekistan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-snubs-question-about-messi-after-opening-world-cup-goals-account-with-brace-against-uzbekistan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana Goalie  Asare Savours Clean Sheet Against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benjamin Asare expressed his delight after helping Ghana earn a valuable point against England in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L encounter. The goalkeeper delivered an outstanding performance as the Black Stars frustrated Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s side, securing a hard-fought 0-0 draw at Boston Stadium. Asare made several crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana GoalieAsare Savours Clean Sheet Against England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-goalie-asare-savours-clean-sheet-against-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-goalie-asare-savours-clean-sheet-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: DR Congo Must Bounce Back From Colombia Setback — Desabre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Democratic Republic of Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre has said it is important for the Leopards to move on from the defeat to Colombia. The Leopards fell 1-0 to the South Americans in their second Group K game at Guadalajara Stadium. The first half largely belonged to Colombia, who were thwarted by DR Congo&rsquo;s goalkeeper [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: DR Congo Must Bounce Back From Colombia Setback &mdash; Desabre appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-must-bounce-back-from-colombia-setback-desabre/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-must-bounce-back-from-colombia-setback-desabre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Infantino: Trump Will Attend World Cup 2026 Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Infantino stated that both of them will watch the match together and jointly present the trophy to the winning team. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Canada Will Go [...]<br />
The post Infantino: Trump Will Attend World Cup 2026 Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-trump-will-attend-world-cup-2026-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/infantino-trump-will-attend-world-cup-2026-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Enyimba Hotshot Chidera Reflects On Breakthrough Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enyimba youngster, Chidera Michael, has reflected on his first season in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), where he emerged as the People&rsquo;s Elephant&rsquo;s highest goalscorer and concluded that he was grateful to God and pleased with his achievement, Completesports.com reports. Chidera joined the two-time African champions from Ozalla Football Academy, Onitsha, prior to the [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Enyimba Hotshot Chidera Reflects On Breakthrough Season appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-enyimba-hotshot-chidera-reflects-on-breakthrough-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-enyimba-hotshot-chidera-reflects-on-breakthrough-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Players Who Dominated Europe | Super Eagles Stars In Top Form 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian footballers are making a huge impact across Europe&rsquo;s top leagues this season. From Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey in the Premier League to Ademola Lookman, Victor Boniface, Nathan Tella, and more, we break down the performances of Super Eagles stars and what their club form means for Nigeria&rsquo;s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes. [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Players Who Dominated Europe | Super Eagles Stars In Top Form 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-players-who-dominated-europe-super-eagles-stars-in-top-form-2026/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-players-who-dominated-europe-super-eagles-stars-in-top-form-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Canada Will Go All Out For Victory Against Switzerland  –Marsch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada head coach Jesse Marsch has disclosed that he&rsquo;s targeting a win against Switzerland in their final World Cup Group B match at BC Place in Vancouver to secure the top spot in the group and keep his team playing on home soil. Canada currently sits at the top of Group B with 4 points. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Canada Will Go All Out For Victory Against Switzerland&ndash;Marsch appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-canada-will-go-all-out-for-victory-against-switzerland-marsch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-canada-will-go-all-out-for-victory-against-switzerland-marsch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Danjuma Confident Nasarawa Amazons Will Reach President Federation Cup Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nasarawa Amazons head coach Chris Danjuma is optimistic his side will secure a place in the final of the women&rsquo;s President Federation Cup, Completesports.com reports. The Lafia club will face Sunshine Queens in the semi-final of this year&rsquo;s edition of the competition at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu on Wednesday (today). Danjuma&rsquo;s side defeated current [...]<br />
The post Danjuma Confident Nasarawa Amazons Will Reach President Federation Cup Final appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/danjuma-confident-nasarawa-amazons-will-reach-president-federation-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/danjuma-confident-nasarawa-amazons-will-reach-president-federation-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Deschamps To Miss France’s Final Group Game Following Death Of Mother]]></title><description><![CDATA[France head coach Didier Deschamps will miss his side&rsquo;s final World Cup group game following the death of his mother. According to BBC Sport the French Football Federation (FFF) confirmed the sad news. Deschamps, 57, learned of his mother&rsquo;s passing on Tuesday morning and has been given permission by FFF president Philippe Diallo to fly [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Deschamps To Miss France&rsquo;s Final Group Game Following Death Of Mother appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-deschamps-to-miss-frances-final-group-game-following-death-of-mother/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-deschamps-to-miss-frances-final-group-game-following-death-of-mother/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Defender Spence Snubs Partey During Pre-match Handshakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Djed Spence snubbed Thomas Partey during the pre-match handshakes ahead of England&rsquo;s World Cup clash with Ghana, The Sun reports. The 33-year-old ex-Arsenal midfielder, who is currently facing a criminal trial and several rape charges, walked past Spence as the Spurs defender stared ahead and kept his hands down. It comes after Partey was refused [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Defender Spence Snubs Partey During Pre-match Handshakes appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-defender-spence-snubs-partey-during-pre-match-handshakes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-defender-spence-snubs-partey-during-pre-match-handshakes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Hold Me Responsible For Uzbekistan’s Heavy Loss To Portugal  –Cannavaro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uzbekistan head coach Fabio Cannavaro has disclosed that he will take responsibility for his team&rsquo;s crushing 5-0 loss to Portugal in their second Group K match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston, Texas. Cannavaro defended his players&rsquo; efforts, blaming himself for the tactical approach and mistakes in the heavy loss. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Hold Me Responsible For Uzbekistan&rsquo;s Heavy Loss To Portugal&ndash;Cannavaro appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hold-me-responsible-for-uzbekistans-heavy-loss-to-portugal-cannavaro/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hold-me-responsible-for-uzbekistans-heavy-loss-to-portugal-cannavaro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana Were Excellent  —Rooney Praises Black Stars After Draw With England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Legendary England striker Wayne Rooney has described Ghana&rsquo;s Black Stars display in their goalless draw with The Three Lions as excellent. England were held to a 0-0 draw by Ghana on Tuesday in their second group stage fixture at the World Cup. The Three Lions dominated possession but struggled to create clear-cut chances against opponents [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana Were Excellent&mdash;Rooney Praises Black Stars After Draw With England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-were-excellent-rooney-praises-black-stars-after-draw-with-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-were-excellent-rooney-praises-black-stars-after-draw-with-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Winger Joins Swedish Club Djurgården On Five-Year Contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian winger Angelo Agbejoye has joined Swedish Allsvenskan club Djurgarden, Completesports.com reports. Agbejoye, who joined Djurgarden from local club Grassrunners FC penned a five-year contract. The 18-year-old is the Blue Stripes&rsquo; first recruit of the summer transfer window. Agbejoye Ready For New Challenge Agbejoye was delighted after signing his contract with the club. Read Also:Getafe [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Winger Joins Swedish Club Djurg&aring;rden On Five-Year Contr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-winger-joins-swedish-club-djurgrden-on-five-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-winger-joins-swedish-club-djurgrden-on-five-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Queiroz Blasts Referee After Ghana Penalty Snub Vs England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carlos Queiroz launched a fierce criticism of the officiating after Ghana&rsquo;s goalless draw with England, claiming VAR failed to intervene during two crucial second-half incidents. Queiroz believed England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford and defender Ezri Konsa should both have been punished for challenges on Prince Adu, with neither incident resulting in disciplinary action despite strong protests [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Queiroz Blasts Referee After Ghana Penalty Snub Vs England appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-queiroz-blasts-referee-after-ghana-penalty-snub-vs-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-queiroz-blasts-referee-after-ghana-penalty-snub-vs-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s Always Tough When You Play  Against 11 Behind The Ball  –Rice Laments England’s Draw With Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[England midfielder Declan Rice said it was difficult to beat Ghana&rsquo;s Black Stars because they had all their eleven players behind the ball Ghana produced a disciplined defensive performance to hold England to a 0-0 draw at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Group L. The result means Ghana remain firmly in contention for a [...]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s Always Tough When You PlayAgainst 11 Behind The Ball&ndash;Rice Laments England&rsquo;s Draw With Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-always-tough-when-you-play-against-11-behind-the-ball-rice-laments-englands-draw-with-ghana/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/its-always-tough-when-you-play-against-11-behind-the-ball-rice-laments-englands-draw-with-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Unlucky Not To Score Against Ghana  –Tuchel]]></title><description><![CDATA[England coach Thomas Tuchel has disclosed that the Three Lions were unlucky not to have scored against Ghana in Tuesday&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 game. Recall that England and Ghana played out a frustrating 0-0 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match at Gillette Stadium in Boston. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Ghana [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Unlucky Not To Score Against Ghana&ndash;Tuchel appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-unlucky-not-to-score-against-ghana-tuchel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-unlucky-not-to-score-against-ghana-tuchel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana Earn Valuable Draw Against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana held England to a 0-0 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L clash in Boston on Tuesday night. Carlos Queiroz&rsquo;s side put up a solid display at the back, and stood tall against relentless pressure from England. Declan Rice had England&rsquo;s best chance of the first half but his looping header hit [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana Earn Valuable Draw Against England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-earn-valuable-draw-against-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-earn-valuable-draw-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ronaldo Delights In Portugal’s Dominant Win Over Uzbekistan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo has celebrated Portugal&rsquo;s 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan, Completesports.com reports. Ronaldo scored a brilliant brace in the Group K encounter to erase the memory of his poor showing in Portugal&rsquo;s 1-1 draw with Democratic Republic of Congo last week. The 41-y became the first player to score in six World Cups and he also [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ronaldo Delights In Portugal&rsquo;s Dominant Win Over Uzbekistan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ronaldo-delights-in-portugals-dominant-win-over-uzbekistan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ronaldo-delights-in-portugals-dominant-win-over-uzbekistan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronaldo Scores Twice, Sets World Cup Record As Portugal Thrash Uzbekistan 5-0]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal reaffirmed their World Cup credentials with a dominant 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan on Tuesday. Ronaldo is now the first player to score at six different World Cups, and also he is now his nation&rsquo;s outright top scorer at World Cups with 10 goals, moving one ahead of the late [...]<br />
The post Ronaldo Scores Twice, Sets World Cup Record As Portugal Thrash Uzbekistan 5-0 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-scores-twice-sets-world-cup-record-as-portugal-thrash-uzbekistan-5-0/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ronaldo-scores-twice-sets-world-cup-record-as-portugal-thrash-uzbekistan-5-0/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England Vs Ghana Live Blogging — FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 2; Group L)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L matchday 2 clash between The Three Lions of England and the Black Stars of Ghana at the Gillette Stadium [Boston Stadium], Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA.<br />
The post England Vs Ghana Live Blogging &mdash; FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 2; Group L) appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-vs-ghana-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-2-group-l/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-vs-ghana-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-2-group-l/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Federation Cup: Nasarawa Amazons, FC Robo Queens, Two Others Battle For Final Berths]]></title><description><![CDATA[FC Robo Queens will face Heartland Queens of Owerri in the first semi final of this year&rsquo;s President Federation Cup women&rsquo;s competition at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City on Wednesday. Heartland Queens will head into the game in confident mood having eliminated Dragon Fury Ladies, Ahudiyannem Queens and Ibom Angels on their way to [...]<br />
The post President Federation Cup: Nasarawa Amazons, FC Robo Queens, Two Others Battle For Final Berths appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-nasarawa-amazons-fc-robo-queens-two-others-battle-for-final-berths/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-nasarawa-amazons-fc-robo-queens-two-others-battle-for-final-berths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelle Gets New Super Eagles Contract, To Handle U-23 Eagles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC) Shehu Dikko, has confirmed that Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, will remain in charge of Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Eagles after an agreement was reached on a new contract. Dikko revealed this to journalists on Tuesday, following a meeting between officials of the NSC and the Nigeria Football Federation [...]<br />
The post Chelle Gets New Super Eagles Contract, To Handle U-23 Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelle-gets-new-super-eagles-contract-to-handle-u-23-eagles/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/chelle-gets-new-super-eagles-contract-to-handle-u-23-eagles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ronaldo Is A Role Model To Portugal  –Martinez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal head coach Roberto Mart&iacute;nez has described Cristiano Ronaldo as a role model and an invaluable leader for the national team. Addressing the media ahead of today&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 clash against Uzbekistan, the Portuguese manager defended the 41-year-old forward against critics. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I Can Rival Messi, Mbappe, Haaland For Golden [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ronaldo Is A Role Model To Portugal&ndash;Martinez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ronaldo-is-a-role-model-to-portugal-martinez/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ronaldo-is-a-role-model-to-portugal-martinez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plumptre Disowns Fake Facebook Account Accusing NFF Officials Of Demanding Bribe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has distanced herself from a Facebook account impersonating her and making allegations that Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) officials demanded bribe from her. The Facebook page bearing Plumptre&rsquo;s name claimed that she had been dropped from the Super Falcons squad for the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) because she [...]<br />
The post Plumptre Disowns Fake Facebook Account Accusing NFF Officials Of Demanding Bribe appeared first on Com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/plumptre-disowns-fake-facebook-account-accusing-nff-officials-of-demanding-bribe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/plumptre-disowns-fake-facebook-account-accusing-nff-officials-of-demanding-bribe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Atletico Madrid Must Sell Alvarez  –Agüero]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Argentina striker Sergio Ag&uuml;ero has advised Atl&eacute;tico Madrid to sell Juli&aacute;n &Aacute;lvarez, stating that keeping an unhappy player is detrimental to everyone. Following &Aacute;lvarez&rsquo;s public admission that he wants to leave the club, Ag&uuml;ero believes offloading the forward is the best solution for the player and the club&rsquo;s locker room atmosphere. Read Also:OFFICIAL: Silva [...]<br />
The post Why Atletico Madrid Must Sell Alvarez&ndash;Ag&uuml;ero appeared fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-atletico-madrid-must-sell-alvarez-agero/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-atletico-madrid-must-sell-alvarez-agero/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dele-Bashiru Set To Join Greek Club Aris FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru is on the verge of completing a permanent move to Greek Super League side Aris FC. According to Greek outlet ATHLOS, Aris have reached an agreement with Sky Bet Championship club Watford for the transfer of the 26-year-old. The deal is reportedly worth &euro;1.5 million, and rising to &euro;2 million through [...]<br />
The post Dele-Bashiru Set To Join Greek Club Aris FC appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dele-bashiru-set-to-join-greek-club-aris-fc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/dele-bashiru-set-to-join-greek-club-aris-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Mandi Hails Algeria’s Resilience In Victory Over Jordan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Algeria defender Aissa Mandi has reflected on the team&rsquo;s hard-fought victory over Jordan, Completesports.com reports. The Desert Foxes came from behind to defeat Jordan 2-1 at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium to keep alive their hopes of a place in the next round at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Nizar Al Rashdan gave Jordan the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Mandi Hails Algeria&rsquo;s Resilience In Victory Over Jordan appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mandi-hails-algerias-resilience-in-victory-over-jordan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mandi-hails-algerias-resilience-in-victory-over-jordan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland Cools Norway’s World Cup 2026 Expectations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has advised fans to temper expectations regarding Norway&rsquo;s chances of winning the FIFA World Cup 2026. Despite securing their first tournament qualification in 28 years and advancing to the knockout stages, the striker maintains that reaching the latter rounds alone is a massive achievement. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I Can [...]<br />
The post Haaland Cools Norway&rsquo;s World Cup 2026 Expectations appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/haaland-cools-norways-world-cup-2026-expectations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/haaland-cools-norways-world-cup-2026-expectations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Sarr Upbeat Senegal Will Bounce Back Against Iraq]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal winger Ismaila Sarr has expressed his disappointment following the Teranga Lions&rsquo; 3-2 defeat to Norway at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Pape Thiaw&rsquo;s side suffered their second loss of the competition in a thrilling encounter at the New York/New Jersey Stadium. The defeat saw Norway join France in securing qualification for the Round [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Sarr Upbeat Senegal Will Bounce Back Against Iraq appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sarr-upbeat-senegal-will-bounce-back-against-iraq/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sarr-upbeat-senegal-will-bounce-back-against-iraq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live FIFA World Cup 2026 Streaming On Android And iOS Devices]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FIFA World Cup 2026 is expected to attract billions of viewers from around the world. As the tournament gets closer, football fans are looking for the easiest ways to watch every match live on their smartphones and tablets. However, many viewers face common problems such as expensive subscriptions, region restrictions, poor streaming quality, and [...]<br />
The post Live FIFA World Cup 2026 Streaming On Android And iOS Devices appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/live-fifa-world-cup-2026-streaming-on-android-and-ios-devices/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/live-fifa-world-cup-2026-streaming-on-android-and-ios-devices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warren: No Venue Yet For Joshua, Fury Fight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Promoter Frank Warren has confirmed that the venue and exact date for the highly anticipated super-fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are still undecided. Warren stated he personally prefers a UK venue, but Las Vegas has been heavily rumored as a strong front-runner due to the preference of the broadcaster, Netflix. Read Also:It Will [...]<br />
The post Warren: No Venue Yet For Joshua, Fury Fight appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/warren-no-venue-yet-for-joshua-fury-fight/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/warren-no-venue-yet-for-joshua-fury-fight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I Can Rival Messi, Mbappe, Haaland For Golden Boot Award  –Balogun]]></title><description><![CDATA[United States striker Folarin Balogun has disclosed that he takes inspiration from elite players like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbapp&eacute;, and Erling Haaland, whose consistent scoring ability he describes as inevitable. Speaking to reporters during training, Balogun admitted that he finds the prolific goal-scoring rate of the game&rsquo;s top players annoying but motivating. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I Can Rival Messi, Mbappe, Haaland For Golden Boot Award&ndash;Balogun a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-can-rival-messi-mbappe-haaland-for-golden-boot-award-balogun/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-i-can-rival-messi-mbappe-haaland-for-golden-boot-award-balogun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We’ve Still Got A Chance To Qualify  —Senegal Coach Upbeat Despite Norway Defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw is upbeat that the Teranga Lions can still progress into the round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 despite losing to Norway. After falling to a 3-1 defeat to France in their opening group match, the Senegalese were once again on the losing side following a 3-2 loss. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We&rsquo;ve Still Got A Chance To Qualify&mdash;Senegal Coach Upbeat Despite Norway Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-weve-still-got-a-chance-to-qualify-senegal-coach-upbeat-despite-norway-defeat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-weve-still-got-a-chance-to-qualify-senegal-coach-upbeat-despite-norway-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Senegal’s Sarr  Equals Ahmed Musa’s World Cup Feat In Defeat To Norway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ismaila Sarr has equaled former Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Eagles star Ahmed Musa&rsquo;s goalscoring feat at the World Cup after Senegal lose to Norway. Sarr bagged a brace which, unfortunately, was not enough as Senegal fell to a 3-2 defeat in their second Group I fixture. According to Stats Foot on X, Sarr is the first African [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Senegal&rsquo;s SarrEquals Ahmed Musa&rsquo;s World Cup Feat In Defeat To Norway appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegals-sarr-equals-ahmed-musas-world-cup-feat-in-defeat-to-norway/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegals-sarr-equals-ahmed-musas-world-cup-feat-in-defeat-to-norway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Senegal’s Sar Equals Ahmed Musa’s World Cup Feat In Defeat To Norway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ismaila Sarr has equaled former Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Eagles star Ahmed Musa&rsquo;s goalscoring feat at the World Cup after Senegal lose to Norway. Sarr bagged a brace which, unfortunately, was not enough as Senegal fell to a 3-2 defeat in their second Group I fixture. According to Stats Foot, Sarr is the first African player to [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Senegal&rsquo;s Sar Equals Ahmed Musa&rsquo;s World Cup Feat In Defeat To Norway appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegals-sar-equals-ahmed-musas-world-cup-feat-in-defeat-to-norway/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegals-sar-equals-ahmed-musas-world-cup-feat-in-defeat-to-norway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Getafe Ready To Sell Uche  — Torres]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getafe president &Aacute;ngel Torres has said the club will be willing to sell Christantus Uche this summer, Completesports.com reports. Uche spent the 2025/26 season on loan with Premier League club Crystal Palace where struggled to make much impact. The 23-year-old made 14 league appearances for the Eagles, failing to register a goal or an assist. [...]<br />
The post Getafe Ready To Sell Uche&mdash; Torres appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/getafe-ready-to-sell-uche-torres-2/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/getafe-ready-to-sell-uche-torres-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Getafe Ready To Sell  Uche — Torres]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getafe Ready To Sell Uche &mdash; Torres Getafe president &Aacute;ngel Torres has said the club will be willing to sell Christantus Uche this summer, Completesports.com reports. Uche spent the 2025/26 season on loan with Premier League club Crystal Palace where struggled to make an impact. The 23-year-old made 14 league appearances for the Eagles, failing [...]<br />
The post Getafe Ready To SellUche &mdash; Torres appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/getafe-ready-to-sell-uche-torres/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/getafe-ready-to-sell-uche-torres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Word Cup 2026: Bring On Saka, Madueke  –Mensah Brags Ahead England Vs Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghanaian defender Gideon Mensah has expressed his excitement about the possibility of facing England&rsquo;s Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke at the FIFA World Cup 2026, calling it a dream opportunity and a chance to shine on the global stage. The Ghanaian squad is in high spirits and feeling confident after securing three points in their [...]<br />
The post Word Cup 2026: Bring On Saka, Madueke&ndash;Mensah Brags Ahead England Vs Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/word-cup-2026-bring-on-saka-madueke-mensah-brags-ahead-england-vs-ghana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/word-cup-2026-bring-on-saka-madueke-mensah-brags-ahead-england-vs-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I’m Very Tired  –Messi Reacts After Netting Two Goals Vs Austria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina star Lionel Messi has admitted that the emotion of creating more World Cup history had left him worn out. Recall that Messi scored a historic brace in Argentina&rsquo;s 2-0 Group J victory over Austria at the FIFA World Cup, becoming the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with 18 goals. Read Also:World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;m Very Tired&ndash;Messi Reacts After Netting Two Goals Vs Austria appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-very-tired-messi-reacts-after-netting-two-goals-vs-austria/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-very-tired-messi-reacts-after-netting-two-goals-vs-austria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Was Very Convincing Against Austria  –Troost-Ekong]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has hailed Lionel Messi&rsquo;s masterclass and brace against Austria in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The player widely regarded as the greatest of all time pounced late in the first half in Texas on Monday with a trademark left-footed finish after neat build-up play. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Lukaku [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Was Very Convincing Against Austria&ndash;Troost-Ekong appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-was-very-convincing-against-austria-troost-ekong/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-was-very-convincing-against-austria-troost-ekong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Argentina Players Ready To Die On The Pitch For Messi  —Giroud]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former France international Olivier Giroud has said Argentina players are ready to lay down their lives for inspirational captain Lionel Messi. Messi continued his impressive scoring streak at this year&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup, as he netted a brace which helped Argentina beat Austria 2-0 in their second group fixture on Monday. The first goal against [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Argentina Players Ready To Die On The Pitch For Messi&mdash;Giroud appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-players-ready-to-die-on-the-pitch-for-messi-giroud/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-argentina-players-ready-to-die-on-the-pitch-for-messi-giroud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record As Argentina Beat Austria To Reach Knockout Round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina star Lionel Messi has broken Miroslav Klose&rsquo;s all-time scoring record at a World Cup after his two goals against Austria, Sky Sports reports. The forward &ndash; competing at his record-equalling sixth World Cup &ndash; had matched the 16-goal record set by the Germany international with his hat-trick in the opening game against Algeria. He [...]<br />
The post Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record As Argentina Beat Austria To Reach Knockout Round appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-breaks-world-cup-scoring-record-as-argentina-beat-austria-to-reach-knockout-round/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messi-breaks-world-cup-scoring-record-as-argentina-beat-austria-to-reach-knockout-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Iwobi Backs England To Win Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi believes England can emerge champions at FIFA World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. The Three Lions are targeting a second FIFA World Cup title at the 2026 tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. England&rsquo;s only World Cup triumph came on home soil in 1966. Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s men kicked off their [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Iwobi Backs England To Win Title appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-iwobi-backs-england-to-win-title/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-iwobi-backs-england-to-win-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles Flavour Missing From FIFA World Cup 2026 — Iroha]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria defender, Ben Iroha, says that although he is watching the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 finals taking place in Mexico, the USA and Canada, he is missing the unique flavour the Super Eagles would have brought to the tournament, Completesports.com reports. Iroha spoke to Completesports.com from his Dallas, Texas, base on Sunday night, [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: Super Eagles Flavour Missing From FIFA World Cup 2026 &mdash; Iroha appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-super-eagles-flavour-missing-from-fifa-world-cup-2026-iroha/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-super-eagles-flavour-missing-from-fifa-world-cup-2026-iroha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: It Will Take Good Performance To Beat Japan  –Gyokeres]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sweden&rsquo;s striker Viktor Gy&ouml;keres has disclosed that their FIFA World Cup 2026 fate remains in their own hands. Following a heavy defeat to the Netherlands, he remains optimistic, calling their final Group F fixture against Japan a fun match with qualification on the line. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Guehi, Konsa Should Start Ahead Of Stones [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: It Will Take Good Performance To Beat Japan&ndash;Gyokeres appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-it-will-take-good-performance-to-beat-japan-gyokeres/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-it-will-take-good-performance-to-beat-japan-gyokeres/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bale: I Expect Mourinho To Stabilize Real Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales legend Gareth Bale believes Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has the perfect profile to bring stability back to the squad and get everyone moving in the same direction. Bale, in a chat with AS, stated that Mourinho knows how to make players tick, whether by applying pressure through the media or putting an arm [...]<br />
The post Bale: I Expect Mourinho To Stabilize Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bale-i-expect-mourinho-to-stabilize-real-madrid/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bale-i-expect-mourinho-to-stabilize-real-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maresca Agrees To Take Over At Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester City are close to completing a deal to appoint Enzo Maresca as head coach, according to Sky in Italy. It is being reported a verbal agreement has been reached between all parties, with Sky in Italy saying City will pay Chelsea more than &pound;17m (&euro;20m) in compensation to make Maresca Pep Guardiola&rsquo;s successor at [...]<br />
The post Maresca Agrees To Take Over At Man City appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-agrees-to-take-over-at-man-city/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/maresca-agrees-to-take-over-at-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Lukaku Laments Belgium’s Stalemate Against Iran]]></title><description><![CDATA[Romelu Lukaku has expressed disappointment with the outcome of Belgium&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 clash with Iran. Rudi Garcia&rsquo;s side were held to a 0-0 draw by Iran in their second game of the tournament on Sunday night. The Red Devils are still searching for their first victory of the tournament after being held to [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Lukaku Laments Belgium&rsquo;s Stalemate Against Iran appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-lukaku-laments-belgiums-stalemate-against-iran/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-lukaku-laments-belgiums-stalemate-against-iran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rashford: England must take intensity to a level Ghana cannot live with]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marcus Rashford is confident Ghana will not be able to live with England if they play at a high intensity in their second World Cup match on Tuesday.<br />
After claiming a dramatic 4-2 victory over Croatia in their opening Group L game last week, the Three Lions face Ghana &ndash; who also have three points on the board after defeating Panama 1-0 &ndash; on matchday two.<br />
A victory would seal England's place in the knockout rounds and, provided Croatia avoid defeat against Panama, it could also confir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rashford-england-must-take-intensity-to-a-level-ghana-cannot-live-with/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rashford-england-must-take-intensity-to-a-level-ghana-cannot-live-with/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No contact with Mancini over Italy return, insists new FIGC chief Malaga]]></title><description><![CDATA[No contact has been made with Roberto Mancini over a possible return to the Italy job, Giovanni Malago insisted after taking over as the new president of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC).<br />
The Azzurri are hunting a new head coach after parting ways with Gennaro Gattuso following their failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.<br />
After also missing the 2018 and 2022 tournaments, Italy are the first former champions to miss three consecutive editions of the competition.&nbsp;<br />
Mancini, who led t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/no-contact-with-mancini-over-italy-return-insists-new-figc-chief-malaga/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/no-contact-with-mancini-over-italy-return-insists-new-figc-chief-malaga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Queiroz Confident Black Stars Will Improve Against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz believes the Black Stars will continue to improve as they progress through the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Black Stars kicked off their campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama courtesy of Caleb Yirenkyi&rsquo;s late strike. Reflecting on the performance, Queiroz emphasized the team&rsquo;s steady development and adaptation to [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Queiroz Confident Black Stars Will Improve Against England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-queiroz-confident-black-stars-will-improve-against-england/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-queiroz-confident-black-stars-will-improve-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rice says Arsenal’s 2025-26 schedule was ‘obscene’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Declan Rice has described the schedule Arsenal had to contend with in 2025-26 as "obscene", but he is content to continue putting his body on the line.<br />
Rice was a key player for Mikel Arteta's team as they ended a 22-year wait to win the Premier League title last term, as well as reaching their second Champions League final.<br />
However, they suffered heartbreak in Europe as Eberechi Eze and Gabriel Magalhaes missed from the penalty spot in a 1-1 final shoot-out defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in Buda]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rice-says-arsenals-2025-26-schedule-was-obscene/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rice-says-arsenals-2025-26-schedule-was-obscene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Colombia vs DR Congo]]></title><description><![CDATA[About a week after earning their first-ever World Cup point, DR Congo return to action against Group K leaders Colombia at Estadio Guadalajara on Tuesday.<br />
Yoane Wissa&rsquo;s goal secured a draw against Portugal, while the South American side began their campaign with a strong 3&ndash;1 win over Uzbekistan.<br />
Verdict: Colombia win<br />
Best odds: 8/15<br />
Bookmaker: 1xBet<br />
Colombia<br />
Colombia entered their opener with the chance to seize early control of the group, and they ultimately did just that, although]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-colombia-vs-dr-congo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-colombia-vs-dr-congo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We Have To Bring An Intensity That Ghana Can’t Live With  –Rashford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marcus Rashford has called for unrelenting intensity that Ghana &ldquo;can&rsquo;t live with&rdquo; as England look to book their place in the World Cup knockout stages with a game to spare. Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s men opened Group L with a thrilling 4-2 victory against Croatia in Dallas, where Harry Kane&rsquo;s brace in a helter-skelter opening period was [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We Have To Bring An Intensity That Ghana Can&rsquo;t Live With&ndash;Rashford appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-have-to-bring-an-intensity-that-ghana-cant-live-with-rashford/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-have-to-bring-an-intensity-that-ghana-cant-live-with-rashford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schlotterbeck’s World Cup over as ankle injury sidelines Germany defender for ‘several months’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany and Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck will be sidelined for "several months" after suffering an ankle ligament injury at the World Cup.&nbsp;<br />
Schlotterbeck made 28 Bundesliga appearances last season, contributing to 11 clean sheets as BVB finished as runners-up, behind Bayern Munich.&nbsp;<br />
Waldemar Anton (165) was the only Dortmund player to make more clearances than his 127, while he also ranked third for aerial duels won (66) and joint-third for interceptions (27, level wit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/schlotterbecks-world-cup-over-as-ankle-injury-sidelines-germany-defender-for-several-months/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/schlotterbecks-world-cup-over-as-ankle-injury-sidelines-germany-defender-for-several-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Guehi, Konsa Should Start Ahead Of Stones Against Ghana  –Sutton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea legend Chris Sutton has called on Thomas Tuchel to drop John Stones for England&rsquo;s critical FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match against Ghana on Tuesday. While discussing the selection dilemmas on BBC Sport, Sutton stated that the standard debate surrounding whether Marc Gu&eacute;hi or Ezri Konsa should start is targeting the wrong player. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Guehi, Konsa Should Start Ahead Of Stones Against Ghana&ndash;Sutton appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-guehi-konsa-should-start-ahead-of-stones-against-ghana-sutton/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-guehi-konsa-should-start-ahead-of-stones-against-ghana-sutton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bubista says Cape Verde players have proven dreams can come true at World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde coach Bubista told his players to continue chasing their dreams after their remarkable World Cup campaign continued with a 2-2 draw against Uruguay.<br />
Having held European champions Spain to a goalless stalemate in their Group H opener, the tournament debutants played out a thrilling draw with Marcelo Bielsa's men on Sunday.<br />
Cape Verde are the first debutant country to go undefeated in their first two World Cup matches since Senegal in 2002 (W1 D1), and they now know a victory over Saud]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bubista-says-cape-verde-players-have-proven-dreams-can-come-true-at-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bubista-says-cape-verde-players-have-proven-dreams-can-come-true-at-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No pressure to pass to Ronaldo, insists Portugal team-mate Conceicao]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portugal's players do not feel any obligation to pass the ball to Cristiano Ronaldo, Francisco Conceicao insisted ahead of their meeting with Uzbekistan.<br />
Roberto Martinez's team will look to get their World Cup campaign back on track on Tuesday, having played out a frustrating 1-1 draw with DR Congo in their first Group K game.<br />
In the aftermath of that result, much of the criticism targeting the team has centred on Ronaldo's role, with many questioning whether the 41-year-old should still be con]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/no-pressure-to-pass-to-ronaldo-insists-portugal-team-mate-conceicao/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/no-pressure-to-pass-to-ronaldo-insists-portugal-team-mate-conceicao/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Akinsamiro’s Pisa Move Collapses As Bundesliga Clubs Circle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebenezer Akinsamiro will return to Inter Milan after his failure to secure a permanent transfer to Serie A B club Pisa, reports Completesports.com. Akinsamiro spent the 2025/26 campaign on loan at Pisa, where he made 24 appearances and registered one assist. Reason Behind Transfer Collapse The Tuscan club were prepared to trigger the &euro;7.5 million [...]<br />
The post Akinsamiro&rsquo;s Pisa Move Collapses As Bundesliga Clubs Circle appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/akinsamiros-pisa-move-collapses-as-bundesliga-clubs-circle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/akinsamiros-pisa-move-collapses-as-bundesliga-clubs-circle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salah wants more after Egypt secure historic first World Cup win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohamed Salah has urged his Egypt team-mates to make more history by qualifying from the World Cup&nbsp;group stage for the first time, after shining in their first-ever win at the tournament against New Zealand.<br />
Salah provided a goal and an assist as Egypt fought back from 1-0 down to clinch a 3-1 victory in Vancouver on Sunday, taking control of Group G.<br />
Finn Surman's 15th-minute header had put New Zealand &ndash; who were also searching for their first World Cup win at the eighth attempt &nda]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salah-wants-more-after-egypt-secure-historic-first-world-cup-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salah-wants-more-after-egypt-secure-historic-first-world-cup-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Bubista Hails Cape Verde’s Fighting Spirit In Uruguay Draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cape Verde head coach Pedro &ldquo;Bubista&rdquo; Brito praised his team&rsquo;s resilience, character, and unwavering identity after the Blue Sharks battled to a thrilling 2-2 draw against two-time world champions Uruguay. The Blue Sharks, who are making their debut on football&rsquo;s biggest stage have emerged as one of the tournament&rsquo;s surprise packages, earning widespread admiration with [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Bubista Hails Cape Verde&rsquo;s Fighting Spirit In Uruguay Draw ap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-bubista-hails-cape-verdes-fighting-spirit-in-uruguay-draw/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-bubista-hails-cape-verdes-fighting-spirit-in-uruguay-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria’s Greatest FIFA Cards: From Emenike To Osimhen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has given football, and the FIFA series, some of the most thrilling players ever to grace a digital pitch. Long before terms like &ldquo;meta&rdquo; and &ldquo;sweaty&rdquo; dominated the FIFA discourse, Nigerian players were quietly becoming the most coveted cards in Ultimate Team packs. Whether you were tearing through opponents with a pace monster striker [...]<br />
The post Nigeria&rsquo;s Greatest FIFA Cards: From Emenike To Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerias-greatest-fifa-cards-from-emenike-to-osimhen/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerias-greatest-fifa-cards-from-emenike-to-osimhen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd target Nmecha lauded by Neville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville believes Felix Nmecha could be in for an expensive transfer this summer.<br />
Nmecha has been linked with the likes of United and Real Madrid this summer, while his performances for Germany at the World Cup have fuelled rumours.<br />
The 25-year-old scored six goals and provided three assists in 47 appearances for Borussia Dortmund this season, his third campaign for the club.<br />
He joined Dortmund from Wolfsburg in 2023, having previously represented Manchester]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-utd-target-nmecha-lauded-by-neville/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-utd-target-nmecha-lauded-by-neville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Lionel Messi World Cup: Greatest Moments]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Career of Highs and Lows on the World Stage That Ultimately Ended in Triumph.<br />
Moments That Defined Modern Football History<br />
There is no debate.<br />
Lionel Messi&rsquo;s name will be remembered for as long as football is played, and much of that legacy was written on the biggest stage the sport has &mdash; the World Cup. Few careers have combined the kind of individual brilliance, heartbreak, redemption, and ultimate triumph that Messi&rsquo;s World Cup journey delivered across six tournaments and t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-lionel-messi-world-cup-greatest-moments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/the-lionel-messi-world-cup-greatest-moments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mbappe open to future MLS move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kylian Mbappe revealed he is open to joining MLS in the future, having previously been asked the question by David Beckham.<br />
The 27-year-old is currently looking to win his second World Cup with France, while he is yet to win a trophy with Real Madrid after two seasons with Los Blancos.<br />
Despite winning no silverware, Mbappe has scored plenty of goals for the LaLiga giants following his move from Paris Saint-Germain.<br />
Mbappe finished the 2025-26 season (including the Club World Cup) with 49 goal in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbappe-open-to-future-mls-move/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mbappe-open-to-future-mls-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mancini relishing Roma’s Champions League return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gianluca Mancini is relishing the chance to make his Champions League debut next season after Roma qualified for the competition for the first time in eight years.<br />
Roma qualified for the Champions League for the first time since the 2017&ndash;18 season, with Eusebio Di Francesco at the helm &ndash; and for the first time since then (77), the Giallorossi also surpassed 70 total points in a Serie A season (73), finishing third.<br />
They secured their place in UEFA's premier competition with a 2-0 vic]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mancini-relishing-romas-champions-league-return/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/mancini-relishing-romas-champions-league-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Troost-Ekong: South Africa Worthy Of World Cup 2026 Spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has admitted that South Africa deserved to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana Bafana topped their qualifying group, which also featured Nigeria, to secure a place at the global showpiece for the first time since hosting the tournament in 2010. The Super Eagles, on the other hand, [...]<br />
The post Troost-Ekong: South Africa Worthy Of World Cup 2026 Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/troost-ekong-south-africa-worthy-of-world-cup-2026-spot/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/troost-ekong-south-africa-worthy-of-world-cup-2026-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup Fans Label Okoye Sexiest Footballer On The Planet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football fans at the FIFA World Cup 2026 have described Nigeria&rsquo;s Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye as the sexiest footballer in the world, Daily Mail reports. The 26-year-old and his countrymen are watching the tournament at home after falling short in their bid to qualify for the first time since the 2018 Cup in Russia, [...]<br />
The post World Cup Fans Label Okoye Sexiest Footballer On The Planet appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-fans-label-okoye-sexiest-footballer-on-the-planet/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-fans-label-okoye-sexiest-footballer-on-the-planet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We’re Ready To Do The Dirty Work For Messi To Excel  –Mac Allister]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liverpool star Alexis Mac Allister has disclosed that the Argentina squad is fully dedicated to performing the necessary tasks to ensure Lionel Messi&rsquo;s comfort and success on the pitch at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Mac Allister, alongside midfielders like Rodrigo De Paul and Enzo Fern&aacute;ndez, plays a disciplined, high-energy role in the center of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We&rsquo;re Ready To Do The Dirty Work For Messi To Excel&ndash;Mac Allister appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-were-ready-to-do-the-dirty-work-for-messi-to-excel-mac-allister/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-were-ready-to-do-the-dirty-work-for-messi-to-excel-mac-allister/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[James ‘devastated’ by Cucurella’s Chelsea exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reece James revealed he is "devastated" after Marc Cucurella decided to leave Chelsea for Real Madrid this summer.<br />
Cucurella completed a reported &euro;60m (&pound;51.8m) move from Stamford Bridge to Estadio Santiago Bernabeu last week, joining Bernardo Silva and Ibrahima Konate in the Spanish capital.<br />
The Spaniard made 163 appearances for the Blues after joining from Brighton in 2022, providing 11 assists and scoring nine goals.<br />
The 27-year-old won the Club World Cup and Conference League, both]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/james-devastated-by-cucurellas-chelsea-exit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/james-devastated-by-cucurellas-chelsea-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cape Verde Equals Cameroon, Senegal World Cup Feat After 2-2 Draw With Uruguay]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Blue Sharks of Cape Verde have equaled the feat achieved by Cameroon&rsquo;s Indomitable Lions and Teranga Lions of Senegal at the World Cup following their draw with Uruguay in Group H. Featuring in their second group game of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Cape Verde held two-time world champions Uruguay to a 2-2 draw. [...]<br />
The post Cape Verde Equals Cameroon, Senegal World Cup Feat After 2-2 Draw With Uruguay appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-equals-cameroon-senegal-world-cup-feat-after-2-2-draw-with-uruguay/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cape-verde-equals-cameroon-senegal-world-cup-feat-after-2-2-draw-with-uruguay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Senegal Must Avoid Making Errors Against Norway  –Thiaw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has disclosed that his team can&rsquo;t afford any defensive errors in their crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match against Norway at MetLife Stadium. Following a 3-1 opening defeat to France, Thiaw has labeled the Norway clash a final and stated the Lions of Teranga must be flawless. Despite [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Senegal Must Avoid Making Errors Against Norway&ndash;Thiaw appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegal-must-avoid-making-errors-against-norway-thiaw/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-senegal-must-avoid-making-errors-against-norway-thiaw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salah Eyes More Wins After Egypt End World Cup Drought Against New Zealand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Egypt captain Mohamed Salah hopes the Pharaohs can make history by winning more games at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Pharaohs defeated New Zealand 3-1 at BC Place Vancouver to claim their first FIFA World Cup victory since making their debut 92 years and 25 days ago. Finn Surman gave New Zealand a deserved [...]<br />
The post Salah Eyes More Wins After Egypt End World Cup Drought Against New Zealand appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salah-eyes-more-wins-after-egypt-end-world-cup-drought-against-new-zealand/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/salah-eyes-more-wins-after-egypt-end-world-cup-drought-against-new-zealand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courtois: It’s all or nothing now for Belgium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thibaut Courtois believes "now it's all or nothing" for Belgium in the World Cup after their goalless draw against Iran on Sunday.<br />
Despite accumulating 1.79 expected goals (xG) from 23 shots and having 70.1% of possession, Belgium, who saw Nathan Ngoy sent off, were unable to get the better of a spirited Iran side.<br />
Belgium's 23 shots are their most without scoring in a World Cup game since 1994 against Saudi Arabia (28).<br />
Indeed, their players have fired in 69 shots at the finals since a Belgium]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/courtois-its-all-or-nothing-now-for-belgium/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/courtois-its-all-or-nothing-now-for-belgium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Madueke, Toney Expect Physical Game Against Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noni Madueke and Ivan Toney are expecting a &lsquo;physical&rsquo; challenge when England take on Ghana in their second group stage game at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Three Lions began their bid to add a second star to the shirt with a 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas courtesy of a Harry Kane brace [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Madueke, Toney Expect Physical Game Against Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-madueke-toney-expect-physical-game-against-ghana/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-madueke-toney-expect-physical-game-against-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Man United Star Backs Isak To Drive Liverpool’s Title Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Teddy Sheringham believes Alexander Isak will be the key to driving Liverpool&rsquo;s Premier League title challenge. Recall that the Swedish international completed a British-record &pound;125m to move to Anfield from Newcastle United. Read Also:I&rsquo;m Devastated To See Cucurella Go &mdash;Chelsea Captain James Sheringham stated that Isak possesses the qualities required to push [...]<br />
The post Ex-Man United Star Backs Isak To Drive Liverpool&rsquo;s Title Challenge a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-man-united-star-backs-isak-to-drive-liverpools-title-challenge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ex-man-united-star-backs-isak-to-drive-liverpools-title-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons Dominate NWFL Best XI Of The Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edo Queens and Nasarawa Amazons dominated the NWFL Best XI of the Season, with their players claiming the majority of places in the elite lineup, Completesports.com reports. Champions Edo Queens had three players named in the Best XI of the Season &mdash; defender Valentina Uroko, midfielder Chioma Olise, and forward Atume Doosuur. Nasarawa Amazons also [...]<br />
The post Edo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons Dominate NWFL Best XI Of The Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/edo-queens-nasarawa-amazons-dominate-nwfl-best-xi-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/edo-queens-nasarawa-amazons-dominate-nwfl-best-xi-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghanaian Witch Doctor Plans To Place ‘Curse’ On Kane]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana&rsquo;s most famous witch doctor Nana Kwaku Bonsam has said he will put curse on England hotshot Harry Kane in a bid to boost the African nation&rsquo;s chances in their World Cup clash, Daily Star reports. The two countries face each other on Tuesday and Nana &ndash; whose name translates literally as &ldquo;Devil of Wednesday&rdquo; [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghanaian Witch Doctor Plans To Place &lsquo;Curse&rsquo; On Kane appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghanaian-witch-doctor-plans-to-place-curse-on-kane/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghanaian-witch-doctor-plans-to-place-curse-on-kane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olise: I Prefer Playing As Number 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[France star Michael Olise has disclosed that his favourite playing position is the traditional number 10, as it provides a more natural, freer role on the pitch. While playing for both Bayern Munich and the France national team, Olise has frequently been deployed on the right wing. Read Also:U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Secure Friendly Win Ahead [...]<br />
The post Olise: I Prefer Playing As Number 10 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olise-i-prefer-playing-as-number-10/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/olise-i-prefer-playing-as-number-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iwobi: Fulham Players Yet To Learn Identity Of Next Manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Iwobi has revealed that Fulham&rsquo;s players are yet to be informed who will replace former manager Marco Silva. Silva left Craven Cottage earlier this month to take charge of Portuguese giants Benfica. Former Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been strongly linked with the vacant managerial position at the West London club. Iwobi Awaits [...]<br />
The post Iwobi: Fulham Players Yet To Learn Identity Of Next Manager appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iwobi-fulham-players-yet-to-learn-identity-of-next-manager/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/iwobi-fulham-players-yet-to-learn-identity-of-next-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I’m Ready, I’m Fit, Raring To Go  —Rice Speaks Ahead Of England vs Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Declan Rice insists he is ready to put his &ldquo;body on the line&rdquo; and bring his A-Game to the World Cup. Rice admitted the schedule has been &ldquo;crazy&rdquo; and he has played an &ldquo;obscene&rdquo; amount of games for club and country after his appearance in England&rsquo;s Group opener against Croatia was his 63rd of the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;m Ready, I&rsquo;m Fit, Raring To Go&mdash;Rice Speaks Ahead Of England vs Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-ready-im-fit-raring-to-go-rice-speaks-ahead-of-england-vs-ghana/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-ready-im-fit-raring-to-go-rice-speaks-ahead-of-england-vs-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Troost-Ekong Backs Ghana To Earn Point Against England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong believes Ghana have what it takes to earn a point against England in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L clash. The Black Stars will take on Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s side in Foxborough on Tuesday, looking to build on their opening-day victory over Panama. Ghana began their campaign with a [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Troost-Ekong Backs Ghana To Earn Point Against England appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-troost-ekong-backs-ghana-to-earn-point-against-england/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-troost-ekong-backs-ghana-to-earn-point-against-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: He’s A Great Coach  –Endrick Hails Ancelotti]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil star Endrick has described Carlo Ancelotti as a great coach with a strong mindset. He emphasized the manager&rsquo;s first team mentality, noting Ancelotti always puts the squad&rsquo;s needs above individual players, which he respects. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Rice Gives Injury Update Ahead England Vs Ghana &ldquo;I spent a year with him at Real [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: He&rsquo;s A Great Coach&ndash;Endrick Hails Ancelotti appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-a-great-coach-endrick-hails-ancelotti/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-a-great-coach-endrick-hails-ancelotti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Iran Travel Restrictions For Games Will Be Eased  –Ghalenoei]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran&rsquo;s head coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has announced that strict travel restrictions imposed on the team at the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be eased for their final Group G match against Egypt. Prior to this, the Iranian squad, based in Mexico to mitigate U.S. visa issues, has had to commute across the border for their [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Iran Travel Restrictions For Games Will Be Eased&ndash;Ghalenoei appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-iran-travel-restrictions-for-games-will-be-eased-ghalenoei/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-iran-travel-restrictions-for-games-will-be-eased-ghalenoei/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Rice Gives Injury Update Ahead England Vs Ghana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal star Declan Rice has confirmed that he is fit and ready to play in England&rsquo;s upcoming World Cup 2026 clash against Ghana. Although he suffered lower back and neural hamstring discomfort during the opening win against Croatia, he reassured fans that the substitution was merely a smart, precautionary decision. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Neymar [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Rice Gives Injury Update Ahead England Vs Ghana appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-rice-gives-injury-update-ahead-england-vs-ghana/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-rice-gives-injury-update-ahead-england-vs-ghana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: South Korean Players Run For 90 Minutes  —Broos Warns Bafana Players]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa national team head coach Hugo Broos has warned his Bafana Bafana players that they should be ready to face a South Korean side that will run for 90 minutes. After losing to co-hosts Mexico 2-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A opener, Bafana Bafana put up an impressive display by holding [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: South Korean Players Run For 90 Minutes&mdash;Broos Warns Bafana Players appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-korean-players-run-for-90-minutes-broos-warns-bafana-players/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-korean-players-run-for-90-minutes-broos-warns-bafana-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Curaçao’s Room Revels In Standout Display Against Ecuador]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cura&ccedil;ao goalkeeper Eloy Room has reflected on his performance in the 0-0 draw against Ecuador, Completesports.com reports. The result marked Cura&ccedil;ao&rsquo;s first-ever point on the World Cup stage. Room was the hero, producing a historic 15-save performance, just one short of the record set by USA&rsquo;s Tim Howard in the Round of 16 against Belgium [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Cura&ccedil;ao&rsquo;s Room Revels In Standout Display Against Ecuador appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-curaaos-room-revels-in-standout-display-against-ecuador/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-curaaos-room-revels-in-standout-display-against-ecuador/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Renard Wants Tunisia To End Campaign With Pride Against Netherlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tunisia head coach Herv&eacute; Renard has urged his players to give their all and secure victory in their final Group stage match against the Netherlands at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. The Carthage Eagles were eliminated from the tournament after suffering a heavy 4-0 defeat to Japan on Sunday. The North Africans had earlier [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Renard Wants Tunisia To End Campaign With Pride Against Netherlands appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-renard-wants-tunisia-to-end-campaign-with-pride-against-netherlands/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-renard-wants-tunisia-to-end-campaign-with-pride-against-netherlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Sweden Will Learn From Loss Against Netherlands  –Potter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sweden head coach Graham Potter stated that his squad will learn from their 5-1 defeat to the Netherlands at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston. Potter watched on as his team were thumped at Houston Stadium on Saturday, with Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo both scoring twice for Ronald Koeman&rsquo;s side. The Netherlands were [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Sweden Will Learn From Loss Against Netherlands&ndash;Potter appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sweden-will-learn-from-loss-against-netherlands-potter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-sweden-will-learn-from-loss-against-netherlands-potter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Germany’s Undav Leads Golden Boot Race]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany striker Denis Undav has moved to the top of the adidas Golden Boot standings at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Undav forward came off the bench to score a brace in Germany&rsquo;s 2-1 victory over C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on Saturday, taking his tournament tally to three goals. The VfB Stuttgart forward&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Germany&rsquo;s Undav Leads Golden Boot Race appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-germanys-undav-leads-golden-boot-race/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-germanys-undav-leads-golden-boot-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Amad Backs Côte d’Ivoire To Make Knockout Stage Despite Germany Defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire talisman Amad Diallo insists The Elephants remain firmly in control of their FIFA World Cup destiny despite suffering a narrow 2-1 defeat to Germany, SABC Sport reports. The African side pushed one of the tournament favourites all the way before conceding a late winner, having entered the clash full of confidence following their [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Amad Backs C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire To Make Knockout Stage Despite Germany Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-amad-backs-cte-divoire-to-make-knockout-stage-despite-germany-defeat/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-amad-backs-cte-divoire-to-make-knockout-stage-despite-germany-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United Legend’s Son Dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United forward Mark Hughes has confirmed that his son, Alex, has died suddenly at the age of 38, Express reports. Alex was player recruitment lead at Grimsby Town and former Manchester United forward Hughes has said that he and his wife Jill have been left &ldquo;totally heartbroken&rdquo; by his passing. A statement released [...]<br />
The post Man United Legend&rsquo;s Son Dies appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-legends-son-dies/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/man-united-legends-son-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Fae Rues Cote d’Ivoire’s Defeat To Germany]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire head coach Emerse Fae has expressed disappointment with his team&rsquo;s defeat to Ecuador, Completesports.com reports. The two-time African champions took an early lead through Franck Kessie, and wasted a number of chances afterwards. Germany then rallied after the break scoring twice through substitute Deniz Undav to secure a place in the Round of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Fae Rues Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire&rsquo;s Defeat To Germany appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fae-rues-cote-divoires-defeat-to-germany/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-fae-rues-cote-divoires-defeat-to-germany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I’ve Been Playing Through Pain For France   –Saliba]]></title><description><![CDATA[France defender William Saliba has disclosed that he has been playing through back pain at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Arsenal centre-half managed the lingering physical issues during his club&rsquo;s domestic and European campaigns and is being closely monitored by French medical staff. Saliba noted that he has had minor niggles for several months [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;ve Been Playing Through Pain For France &ndash;Saliba appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ive-been-playing-through-pain-for-france-saliba/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ive-been-playing-through-pain-for-france-saliba/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigerian Players Likely To Seal Summer Transfers Next Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The summer transfer window is heating up, and several Nigerian stars could be on the move as clubs across Europe look to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season. From established Super Eagles internationals to emerging talents making waves abroad, which Nigerian players are most likely to secure big transfers this summer? Related: Positives [...]<br />
The post Nigerian Players Likely To Seal Summer Transfers Next Season appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-players-likely-to-seal-summer-transfers-next-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nigerian-players-likely-to-seal-summer-transfers-next-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Germany Qualify For Knockout Round After Dramatic Win Against Côte d’Ivoire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany came from behind to beat Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire 2-1 on Saturday night at BMO Field, with substitute Deniz Undav scoring twice in the second half, including a stoppage-time winner, to complete the turnaround. Franck Kessi&eacute; had given C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire the lead in the 30th minute, but Undav&rsquo;s double in the final half-hour swung the match [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Germany Qualify For Knockout Round After Dramatic Win Against C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-germany-qualify-for-knockout-round-after-dramatic-win-against-cte-divoire/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-germany-qualify-for-knockout-round-after-dramatic-win-against-cte-divoire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’m Devastated To See Cucurella Go  —Chelsea Captain James]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea skipper Reece James was &lsquo;devastated&rsquo; to see Marc Cucurella leave the club. Cucurella moved to European giants Real Madrid from the Blues in a deal worth &euro;55million (&pound;47.5m) and &euro;5m (&pound;4.3m) in add-ons. It brought an end to the left-back&rsquo;s four-year stint in west London in which he won the Club World Cup and [...]<br />
The post I&rsquo;m Devastated To See Cucurella Go&mdash;Chelsea Captain James appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-devastated-to-see-cucurella-go-chelsea-captain-james/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/im-devastated-to-see-cucurella-go-chelsea-captain-james/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Saka Misses England Training Ahead Ghana Showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka misses training on Saturday as England continue preparation for their World Cup 2026 clash with Ghana. Saka, who has been managing an Achilles issue in the past few months was a second half substitute in England&rsquo;s 4-2 victory over Croatia. The 25-year-old is now doubtful for the Three Lions clash with [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Saka Misses England Training Ahead Ghana Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-saka-misses-england-training-ahead-ghana-showdown/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-saka-misses-england-training-ahead-ghana-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real Madrid Deny Any Attempt To Sign Olise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid has denied any contact with Bayern Munich&rsquo;s Michael Olise or his representatives. In a statement released on Saturday, Madrid said they have not had any direct or indirect contact with the aforementioned player, his representatives, or anyone in his entourage, as they say they believe any interest in a player must be dealt [...]<br />
The post Real Madrid Deny Any Attempt To Sign Olise appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-deny-any-attempt-to-sign-olise/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/real-madrid-deny-any-attempt-to-sign-olise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We’ll Apply Different Approach Against Brazil  –Scotland Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland manager Steve Clarke insists his side will not sit back in their crucial Group C decider against Brazil, stating that the Scots will approach the five-time world champions with a positive game plan. Following a narrow 1-0 defeat to Morocco in Massachusetts, Clarke wants his team to bounce back with confidence in their last [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We&rsquo;ll Apply Different Approach Against Brazil&ndash;Scotland Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-well-apply-different-approach-against-brazil-scotland-coach/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-well-apply-different-approach-against-brazil-scotland-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Secure Friendly Win Ahead Benin Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos defeated Dream Star Ladies 3-0 in friendly at the Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne on Saturday. The friendly is part of the team&rsquo;s preparation for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup qualifying tie against Benin Republic. It marked the Flamingos&rsquo; first preparation game since arriving in Ikenne for the final round of [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos Secure Friendly Win Ahead Benin Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-flamingos-secure-friendly-win-ahead-benin-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-flamingos-secure-friendly-win-ahead-benin-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Liverpool Won’t Win Premier League Title Next Season  –Carragher]]></title><description><![CDATA[England legend Jamie Carragher has disclosed that he is not expecting Liverpool to win the Premier League title next season under new manager Andoni Iraola. Recall that Iraola took over the Liverpool dugout after Arne Slot was dismissed in late May following a fifth-place finish and 20 defeats across all competitions. Read Also:Brighton Rule Out [...]<br />
The post Liverpool Won&rsquo;t Win Premier League Title Next Season&ndash;Carragher appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/liverpool-wont-win-premier-league-title-next-season-carragher/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/liverpool-wont-win-premier-league-title-next-season-carragher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trabzonspor Eager To Retain Nwaiwu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor are keen to retain the services of Chibuike Nwaiwu for the new season, Completesports.com reports. The Black Sea Storm signed Nwaiwu from from Austrian club Wolfsberger AC for &euro;5.5 in January. Nigeria international Nwaiwu quickly established himself as a key figure at Trabzonspor, playing a pivotal role in the club&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post Trabzonspor Eager To Retain Nwaiwu appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-eager-to-retain-nwaiwu/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/trabzonspor-eager-to-retain-nwaiwu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Algeria Lodge Official Complaint To FIFA Over ‘Poor Officiating’ In Opener Vs Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Algeria have complained to FIFA alleging poor refereeing in their World Cup opener against Argentina, talkSPORT reports. Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina ran out 3-0 winners in Group J and the Algerians were not happy with the 2022 World Cup-winning captain in particular. Messi stood on the calf of Algeria defender Aissa Mandi [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Algeria Lodge Official Complaint To FIFA Over &lsquo;Poor Officiating&rsquo; In Opener Vs Argentina appeared first on Complete S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-algeria-lodge-official-complaint-to-fifa-over-poor-officiating-in-opener-vs-argentina/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-algeria-lodge-official-complaint-to-fifa-over-poor-officiating-in-opener-vs-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup Presenter Resigns  After Claiming On Live TV Messi’s Dad Had Died]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentine TV presenter Florencia Pena has resigned mid-World Cup after falsely claiming that Lionel Messi&rsquo;s father, Jorge, had passed away following the football legend&rsquo;s emotional display after netting the first of his three goals against Algeria. Pena made the unfounded allegation before the Messi family issued a statement confirming that Jorge is facing a &ldquo;health [...]<br />
The post World Cup Presenter ResignsAfter Claiming On Live TV Messi&rsquo;s Dad Had Died appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-presenter-resigns-after-claiming-on-live-tv-messis-dad-had-died/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-presenter-resigns-after-claiming-on-live-tv-messis-dad-had-died/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Slovenian Club NK Bravo Sign Nigerian Midfielder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Slovenian club NK Bravo have announced the signing of Nigerian midfielder Arinze James, Completesports.com reports. James penned a contract until the end of the 2027/28 season with the option of another year. The 20-year-old previously played for Danish Superliga side,FC Midtylland. &ldquo;I am very happy and proud to have become a member of NK Bravo [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Slovenian Club NK Bravo Sign Nigerian Midfielder appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-slovenian-club-nk-bravo-sign-nigerian-midfielder/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-slovenian-club-nk-bravo-sign-nigerian-midfielder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Super Eagles Stars Who Could Switch Clubs This Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of the 2026/27 football season, several clubs across Europe have already strengthened their squads with new signings, while others continue to scout the market for reinforcements. Nigerian players have also been caught up in the transfer frenzy, with a number of them securing moves to new clubs. Perhaps the most notable transfer involving a [...]<br />
The post 10 Super Eagles Stars Who Could Switch Clubs This Summer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-super-eagles-stars-who-could-switch-clubs-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/10-super-eagles-stars-who-could-switch-clubs-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saha: Barcola Would Be A Dream Signing At Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha believes PSG star Bradley Barcola would be a dream signing for the Red Devils. In a chat with Casinolyze, Saha noted that Barcola would bring the aggression and attacking threat the Red Devils need. &ldquo;Bradley Barcola would be a dream signing at Man Utd because he&rsquo;s a very direct [...]<br />
The post Saha: Barcola Would Be A Dream Signing At Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saha-barcola-would-be-a-dream-signing-at-man-united/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/saha-barcola-would-be-a-dream-signing-at-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Neymar Will Be Available Against Scotland  –Brazil Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Neymar will be available to play in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C final game against Scotland. After Brazil&rsquo;s 3-0 victory against Haiti, Ancelotti stated that Neymar will rejoin the team training on Monday and be ready for Wednesday&rsquo;s match. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Neymar Will Be Available Against Scotland&ndash;Brazil Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-neymar-will-be-available-against-scotland-brazil-coach/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-neymar-will-be-available-against-scotland-brazil-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[If We Trust Chelle He’ll Qualify Us For Next World Cup  –Ex-Super Eagles Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria international Abiodun Baruwa has said if the country continue to have faith in head coach Eric Chelle he will qualify the Super Eagles for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Chelle was appointed when the Super Eagles were in the middle of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Unfortunately, Chelle could not secure the [...]<br />
The post If We Trust Chelle He&rsquo;ll Qualify Us For Next World Cup&ndash;Ex-Super Eagles Star appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/if-we-trust-chelle-hell-qualify-us-for-next-world-cup-ex-super-eagles-star/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/if-we-trust-chelle-hell-qualify-us-for-next-world-cup-ex-super-eagles-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Morocco  Deserved Win Over Scotland — Bounou]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yassine Bounou believed Morocco deserved to beat Scotland in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C encounter, Completesports.com reports. The Atlas Lions defeated Steve Clarke&rsquo;s side 1-0 at Boston Stadium on Saturday morning. Morocco&rsquo;s solitary goal came courtesy of Ismael Saibari in the second minute. Saibari ran past the Scottish back line, brought down a [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: MoroccoDeserved Win Over Scotland &mdash; Bounou appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-deserved-win-over-scotland-bounou/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-morocco-deserved-win-over-scotland-bounou/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Face  Fitness Concerns Over Three Key Players Ahead Ghana Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[England are facing a series of injury concerns ahead of their second World Cup game against Ghana on Tuesday. Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford are all doubts before the Group L match in Boston, Independent reports. Saka and Rashford came off the bench to combine for England&rsquo;s fourth goal in their 4-2 win [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England FaceFitness Concerns Over Three Key Players Ahead Ghana Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-face-fitness-concerns-over-three-key-players-ahead-ghana-clash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-face-fitness-concerns-over-three-key-players-ahead-ghana-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Former Flying Eagles Striker Joins Hungarian Club Újpest FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian striker Muhammed Tijani has joined Hungarian club &Uacute;jpest FC on a permanent transfer, Completesports.com reports. Tijani linked up with &Uacute;jpest FC from Czech First Division club Slavia Prague. The 25-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at Hungarian club Ny&iacute;regyh&aacute;za Spartacus where he had a successful spell. The forward scored eight [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Former Flying Eagles Striker Joins Hungarian Club &Uacute;jpest FC appeared first on Co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-former-flying-eagles-striker-joins-hungarian-club-jpest-fc/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-former-flying-eagles-striker-joins-hungarian-club-jpest-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Paraguay’s Almiron Sent Off For Covering Mouth While Speaking To Opponent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paraguay&rsquo;s Miguel Almiron became the first player to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent during his side&rsquo;s World Cup group match against Turkey in San Francisco, BBC Sport reports. Almiron, 32, obscured his mouth with his hand while speaking to Turkey&rsquo;s Mert Muldur, who immediately informed an [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Paraguay&rsquo;s Almiron Sent Off For Covering Mouth While Speaking To Opponent appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-paraguays-almiron-sent-off-for-covering-mouth-while-speaking-to-opponent/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-paraguays-almiron-sent-off-for-covering-mouth-while-speaking-to-opponent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Côte d’Ivoire’s Wahi Allowed Into Canada After  Visa Issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivory Coast international Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for his country&rsquo;s World Cup group game against Germany on Saturday, after earlier being denied entry, BBC Sport reports. The Nice forward was reportedly, external arrested last month before the World Cup over alleged involvement in spot-fixing in Ligue 1. Wahi, 23 &ndash; who started [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire&rsquo;s Wahi Allowed Into Canada AfterVisa Issue appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cte-divoires-wahi-allowed-into-canada-after-visa-issue/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cte-divoires-wahi-allowed-into-canada-after-visa-issue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast Battle Ready For Germany Showdown  –Fae]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Fa&eacute; has expressed confidence that the Elephants are heading into their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E clash against Germany with the sole objective of picking up the three points. Recall that Ivory Coast secured a late 1-0 victory over Ecuador, while Germany registered a dominant 7-1 win against Curacao. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast Battle Ready For Germany Showdown&ndash;Fae appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ivory-coast-battle-ready-for-germany-showdown-fae/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ivory-coast-battle-ready-for-germany-showdown-fae/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Oliseh Picks Cape Verde As Africa’s Most Impressive Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has named Cape Verde as the most impressive African team at the FIFA World Cup 2026, praising their tactical organization and performance following their historic draw against European champions Spain. Cape Verde, making their tournament debut, held Spain to a scoreless 0-0 draw, largely thanks to heroics from their [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Oliseh Picks Cape Verde As Africa&rsquo;s Most Impressive Team appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-oliseh-picks-cape-verde-as-africas-most-impressive-team/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-oliseh-picks-cape-verde-as-africas-most-impressive-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Eagles: Missed At The World Cup! — Odegbami]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Super Eagles of Nigeria are badly missed at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Although, this ongoing edition of the world&rsquo;s biggest single sports event has been a feast of unexpected results, drama and suspense-filled matches, it has also being a great revelation for those keeping a close eye on things happening around it. Super [...]<br />
The post Super Eagles: Missed At The World Cup! &mdash; Odegbami appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-missed-at-the-world-cup-odegbami/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/super-eagles-missed-at-the-world-cup-odegbami/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Saka Won’t Start Against Ghana  –Tuchel]]></title><description><![CDATA[England manager Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that Bukayo Saka is highly unlikely to start against Ghana in the second group L match at the ongoing World Cup 2026. Tuchel intends to protect Saka by bringing him off the bench, with plans to make him a full starter by the final group game against Panama. Despite [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Saka Won&rsquo;t Start Against Ghana&ndash;Tuchel appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-saka-wont-start-against-ghana-tuchel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-saka-wont-start-against-ghana-tuchel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ancelotti Reveals Brazil Line-Up Changes For Haiti Showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed Brazil will field a changed line-up for their second FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage encounter with Haiti. The South Americans will be up against Haiti at the Philadelphia Stadium on Saturday. Ancelotti&rsquo;s side started their campaign with a disappointing 1-1 draw against Morocco last Saturday. Ancelotti To Ring Changes &ldquo;The team [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ancelotti Reveals Brazil Line-Up Changes For Haiti Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ancelotti-reveals-brazil-line-up-changes-for-haiti-showdown/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ancelotti-reveals-brazil-line-up-changes-for-haiti-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Ham sign World Cup winner Codina]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Cup winner Laia Codina has signed a three-year contract at West Ham following her departure from Arsenal.<br />
Codina left Arsenal when her contract ran out at the end of the 2025-26 season and has now made the switch across London to stay in the Women's Super League.<br />
The Spaniard, who was part of La Roja's World Cup-winning squad in 2023, made 60 appearances for the Gunners in all competitions, with 27 of those coming in the WSL.<br />
She also won the Women's League Cup, the Champions League and th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/west-ham-sign-world-cup-winner-codina/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/west-ham-sign-world-cup-winner-codina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ten Hag not ruling out future management return but not expecting Netherlands call]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erik ten Hag is not ruling out a return to coaching at some point, but he does not expect to be offered the Netherlands job in the near future.<br />
Ten Hag is currently the technical director at FC Twente, the club where he started and ended his playing career.<br />
He has been out of management since being sacked by Bayer Leverkusen after just three games at the start of the 2025-26 season, and has a contract through to June 2028 with Twente.<br />
The Netherlands are currently led by Ronald Koeman, whose con]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ten-hag-not-ruling-out-future-management-return-but-not-expecting-netherlands-call/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ten-hag-not-ruling-out-future-management-return-but-not-expecting-netherlands-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Rodri Is Better Than Most Midfielders In The World   –Spain Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has defended Rodri, condemning recent media criticism of the Manchester City midfielder as insulting. After the stalemate against Cape Verde in their opening game at the FIFA World Cup 2026 , Rodri came under stern criticism in the Spanish media for his perceived failure to up the tempo. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Rodri Is Better Than Most Midfielders In The World &ndash;Spain Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-rodri-is-better-than-most-midfielders-in-the-world-spain-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-rodri-is-better-than-most-midfielders-in-the-world-spain-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Germany vs Ivory Coast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany and Ivory Coast will meet at BMO Field in Toronto on Saturday afternoon, as both nations continue their 2026 World Cup campaigns in Group E.<br />
Germany started the tournament with a dominant 7-1 win over Curacao, while Ivory Coast opened with a 1-0 victory over Ecuador and will now try to prove that it can compete with one of the strongest sides in the group.<br />
Verdict: Germany to win and both teams to scoreBest odds: 5/6Bookmaker: 1xBet<br />
Germany<br />
Germany enters this match in excellent shape af]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-germany-vs-ivory-coast/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-germany-vs-ivory-coast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WAFU U-20 Tourney: Chelle Urges Flying Eagles To Stay Focused, Disciplined]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Eagles head coach &Eacute;ric Chelle has urged Nigeria&rsquo;s U-20 team, the Flying Eagles, to remain focused as they step up preparations for next month&rsquo;s WAFU B U-20 Championship in C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire, reports Completesports.com. Chelle delivered the message during a visit to the team at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on Friday morning. [...]<br />
The post WAFU U-20 Tourney: Chelle Urges Flying Eagles To Stay Focused, Disciplined appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-u-20-tourney-chelle-urges-flying-eagles-to-stay-focused-disciplined/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/wafu-u-20-tourney-chelle-urges-flying-eagles-to-stay-focused-disciplined/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Sister Backs Criticism Of Fernandes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cristiano Ronaldo sister Katia Aveiro has liked an Instagram post criticising Bruno Fernandes. The Portugal stars were both in action as their country slumped to a 1-1 draw with DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener. Roberto Martinez&lsquo;s side had taken the lead via Joao Neves on six minutes only for Yoane Wissa to [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo&rsquo;s Sister Backs Criticism Of Fernandes appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cristiano-ronaldos-sister-backs-criticism-of-fernandes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cristiano-ronaldos-sister-backs-criticism-of-fernandes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prediction: Spain vs Saudi Arabia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain will be aiming to record their first victory of the 2026 World Cup when they continue their Group H campaign against Saudi Arabia on Sunday afternoon.<br />
La Roja were held to a goalless draw by Cape Verde in their opening match, while Saudi Arabia also began with a stalemate, sharing the points in a 1&ndash;1 draw against Uruguay.<br />
Verdict: Total Spain goals over 2.5<br />
Best odds: 7/10<br />
Bookmaker: 1xBet<br />
Spain<br />
Spain&rsquo;s opening performance against Cape Verde fell well below expectations, with L]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-spain-vs-saudi-arabia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/prediction-spain-vs-saudi-arabia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veteran Athletic defender Berchiche signs new one-year contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Athletic Club left-back Yuri Berchiche, who has played over 200 LaLiga games for the club, has signed a one-year contract to extend his stay&nbsp;for a ninth season.<br />
Only three defenders have made more appearances for Athletic in the Spanish top flight than Berchiche's 223 &ndash; Oscar De Marcos (435), Andoni Iraola (406) and Mikel Balenziaga (246).<br />
The 36-year-old should climb another place on that list in 2026-27, having penned a new one-year deal to run until June 2027.<br />
Having arrived from P]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/veteran-athletic-defender-berchiche-signs-new-one-year-contract/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/veteran-athletic-defender-berchiche-signs-new-one-year-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leipzig reject first Liverpool offer for Diomande]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to multiple reports, Liverpool informed RB Leipzig of their willingness to pay a total fee of &euro;1oo million (&euro;90 million fixed plus &euro;10 million in add-ons) for the services of Yan Diomande. Leipzig rejected the offer, but the talks between the two clubs continue and Liverpool are expected to return with an improved bid soon.<br />
Liverpool have just completed the signing of Victor Munoz from Osasuna, triggering the &euro;40 million release clause in his contract, but the Merse]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leipzig-reject-first-liverpool-offer-for-diomande/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/leipzig-reject-first-liverpool-offer-for-diomande/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ghanaian Female Lawyer Dies After Collapsing While Celebrating Black Stars Win Against Panama]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 26-year-old Ghanaian lawyer, Sara Araba Tettey, has died after reportedly suffering a cardiac arrest while celebrating Ghana&rsquo;s 1-0 victory over Panama in the Black Stars&rsquo; opening match at the FIFA World Cup. According to Ghana Soccernet, Tettey, a newly qualified lawyer and alumna of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Faculty of [...]<br />
The post Ghanaian Female Lawyer Dies After Collapsing While Celebrating Black Stars Win Against Panama appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghanaian-female-lawyer-dies-after-collapsing-while-celebrating-black-stars-win-against-panama/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghanaian-female-lawyer-dies-after-collapsing-while-celebrating-black-stars-win-against-panama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Muller urges Bayern to keep an eye on Manzambi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Muller has told Bayern Munich to keep an eye on Freiburg's rising star Johan Manzambi.<br />
Manzambi has caught the eye for Switzerland at the World Cup, scoring a brace after coming off the bench against Bosnia-Herzegovina to help them to a 4-1 win.<br />
At 20 years and 247 days, he became the youngest player in World Cup history to score at least two goals in a game as a substitute and the first player to do so for Switzerland.<br />
For Freiburg last term, Manzambi scored seven goals in 47 appearances]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/muller-urges-bayern-to-keep-an-eye-on-manzambi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/muller-urges-bayern-to-keep-an-eye-on-manzambi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England Can’t Win World Cup 2026 With Pickford In Goal  –Ex-Watford Striker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Premier League striker Troy Deeney has disclosed that England cannot win the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Jordan Pickford as their first-choice goalkeeper. Speaking on CBS Sports, Deeney claimed that Pickford doesn&rsquo;t give the team any confidence and that his demeanor on the pitch is often erratic. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Scotland Will Be [...]<br />
The post England Can&rsquo;t Win World Cup 2026 With Pickford In Goal&ndash;Ex-Watford Striker appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-cant-win-world-cup-2026-with-pickford-in-goal-ex-watford-striker/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/england-cant-win-world-cup-2026-with-pickford-in-goal-ex-watford-striker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘He had kept it quiet’ – Gavi surprised by Cucurella’s Real Madrid move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gavi admitted he and the rest of the Spain squad were surprised by Marc Cucurella's move to Real Madrid as he "kept it quiet".<br />
Cucurella, a former Barcelona academy graduate, joined Madrid in a deal reportedly worth &euro;60m (&pound;51.8m) from Chelsea earlier this week.<br />
The left-back had been linked with a move back to Barcelona towards the end of the season, but Cucurella claimed it was an &ldquo;easy decision&rdquo; to make the switch to Madrid.<br />
He is currently at the World Cup with Spain, b]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-had-kept-it-quiet-gavi-surprised-by-cucurellas-real-madrid-move/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/he-had-kept-it-quiet-gavi-surprised-by-cucurellas-real-madrid-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Akinsanmiro Nears Permanent Switch To Pisa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria midfielder Ebenezer Akinsamiro is set to complete a permanent transfer to Serie B club Pisa, Completesports.com reports. Akinsamiro spent the 2025/26 season on loan with Pisa from Serie A champions Inter Milan. The 21-year-old made 24 league appearances for Pisa, with one assist to his name. The defensive midfielder stood out despite the Black [...]<br />
The post Akinsanmiro Nears Permanent Switch To Pisa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/akinsanmiro-nears-permanent-switch-to-pisa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/akinsanmiro-nears-permanent-switch-to-pisa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earps seals WSL return with London City Lionesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps has sealed a return to the Women's Super League with London City Lionesses.<br />
Earps was a key player for Sarina Wiegman's team as they won the European Championships for the first time in 2022, beating Germany 2-1 in extra time in the final.<br />
She also helped England reach the final of the Women's World Cup the following year, memorably saving a penalty from Jennifer Hermoso in the showpiece match, though Spain won 1-0 via a goal from Olga Carmona.&nbsp;<br />
Earps re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/earps-seals-wsl-return-with-london-city-lionesses/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/earps-seals-wsl-return-with-london-city-lionesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: South Africa Star Reveals Broos’ Message That Inspired Dream Debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa striker Relebohile Mofokeng has opened up on the encouraging words from head coach Hugo Broos that helped calm his nerves ahead of his FIFA World Cup debut. The young forward earned his first appearance on football&rsquo;s biggest stage in Bafana Bafana&rsquo;s 1-1 draw against Czechia on Wednesday and credited Broos&rsquo; reassurance for helping [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: South Africa Star Reveals Broos&rsquo; Message That Inspired Dream Debut appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-star-reveals-broos-message-that-inspired-dream-debut/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-star-reveals-broos-message-that-inspired-dream-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodri criticism ‘insulting’, says Spain boss De la Fuente]]></title><description><![CDATA[The criticism received by Rodri in the aftermath of Spain's World Cup draw with Cape Verde was "insulting", believes head coach Luis de la Fuente.<br />
The European champions went into the tournament as favourites, but they were shockingly held to a goalless draw by the World Cup debutants in their opening Group H contest.<br />
The Opta supercomputer had assigned Spain an 87.2% chance of victory in that game, and the 65-place difference between the teams in the FIFA World Rankings was the largest in a Wor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rodri-criticism-insulting-says-spain-boss-de-la-fuente/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/rodri-criticism-insulting-says-spain-boss-de-la-fuente/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hakimi To Stand Trial For Rape]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, French prosecutors have confirmed, BBC Sport reports. A woman accused the Paris St-Germain defender of raping her at his home in the French capital in 2023, when she was aged 24. The public prosecutor&rsquo;s office in Nanterre, a western suburb of Paris, began a preliminary investigation [...]<br />
The post Hakimi To Stand Trial For Rape appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hakimi-to-stand-trial-for-rape/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/hakimi-to-stand-trial-for-rape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Dota 2 Teams To Watch In 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Dota 2 season never truly stops. Roster moves, regional qualifiers, and a packed calendar of tournaments mean the pecking order is always shifting. Form swings fast in this game, and a team that looks unbeatable one month can stumble the next. Still, a handful of organisations have shown the consistency and depth to stay [...]<br />
The post Best Dota 2 Teams To Watch In 2026 appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-dota-2-teams-to-watch-in-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/best-dota-2-teams-to-watch-in-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PariPesa Crowns The Winner Of “Bet For A Car!” Promo]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, June 13, 2026, PariPesa officially concluded its &ldquo;Bet for a Car!&rdquo; promo with the presentation of the grand prize &ndash; a Toyota Starlet &ndash; to Mr. Olutola Popoola, the lucky winner of the campaign. The grand prize presentation took place in Lagos, bringing together PariPesa representatives, guests, and supporters to celebrate the successful [...]<br />
The post PariPesa Crowns The Winner Of &ldquo;Bet For A Car!&rdquo; Promo appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/paripesa-crowns-the-winner-of-bet-for-a-car-promo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/paripesa-crowns-the-winner-of-bet-for-a-car-promo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Scotland Will Be Underdogs Against Morocco  –Clarke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland head coach Steve Clarke has disclosed that facing Morocco in the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be a highly difficult challenge. Sitting top of Group C, Scotland need only a draw against Morocco at Boston Stadium to all but guarantee their first-ever trip to the knockout stages of a major tournament. Despite winning their [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Scotland Will Be Underdogs Against Morocco&ndash;Clarke appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-scotland-will-be-underdogs-against-morocco-clarke/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-scotland-will-be-underdogs-against-morocco-clarke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cucurella: It Was Difficult For Me To Reject Real Madrid Offer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain defender Marc Cucurella has disclosed that it was difficult for him to turn down Real Madrid offer. The defender joined Real Madrid from Chelsea in a package worth &euro;60 million (&pound;52m), signing a six-year contract that keeps him at the Bernab&eacute;u until 2032. The transfer was rapidly finalized in roughly a day and a [...]<br />
The post Cucurella: It Was Difficult For Me To Reject Real Madrid Offer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cucurella-it-was-difficult-for-me-to-reject-real-madrid-offer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/cucurella-it-was-difficult-for-me-to-reject-real-madrid-offer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brighton Rule Out Yohanna Loan Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zadok Yohanna is set to stay at Brighton &amp; Hove Albion for the 2026/27 campaign, with the Premier League club ruling out the possibility of sending the youngster out on loan, reports&nbsp; Completesports.com reports. Reports had suggested Yohanna could leave on a temporary deal this summer, but Brighton are keen for the promising defender to [...]<br />
The post Brighton Rule Out Yohanna Loan Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-rule-out-yohanna-loan-exit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/brighton-rule-out-yohanna-loan-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Goalkeeper’s Instagram Followers Rises To 14m After Impressive Display Against Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a star-making performance against Spain on Monday, Cape Verde goaltender Vozinha has seen his social-media following explode in a major way, Yahoo Sports reports. Vozinha &mdash; who began Monday with roughly 50,000 followers on Instagram &mdash; has seen his social-media presence swell to almost 14 million followers &mdash; and counting &mdash; less than 24 [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Cape Verde Goalkeeper&rsquo;s Instagram Followers Rises To 14m After Impressive Display Against Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verde-goalkeepers-instagram-followers-rises-to-14m-after-impressive-display-against-spain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verde-goalkeepers-instagram-followers-rises-to-14m-after-impressive-display-against-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Iran To Lodge Complaint with FIFA Over World Cup Travel Restrictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran&rsquo;s World Cup team will lodge a complaint with FIFA saying they are being subjected to travel restrictions during the tournament in North America. This is according to Iranian football federation spokesman (via France 24) on Thursday. &ldquo;Despite having submitted its preparation schedule for the tournament well in advance, Iran&rsquo;s national football team has once [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Iran To Lodge Complaint with FIFA Over World Cup Travel Restrictions appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-iran-to-lodge-complaint-with-fifa-over-world-cup-travel-restrictions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-iran-to-lodge-complaint-with-fifa-over-world-cup-travel-restrictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi’s Father Undergoing Medical Treatment For Undisclosed Illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi&rsquo;s father is undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed illness and his family asked the media for &ldquo;humanity&rdquo; on Thursday amid rumors about Jorge Messi&rsquo;s health while his son competes at the World Cup. &ldquo;Jorge is going through a health situation,&rdquo; the Messi family said in a statement (via Fox Sports). The family did [...]<br />
The post Messi&rsquo;s Father Undergoing Medical Treatment For Undisclosed Illness appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messis-father-undergoing-medical-treatment-for-undisclosed-illness/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/messis-father-undergoing-medical-treatment-for-undisclosed-illness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Danish Club FC Midtylland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Danish Superliga giants FC Midtjylland have re-signed Nigerian striker Friday Etim from FC Fredericia, Completesports.com reports. Etim penned a contract with the Wolves that will keep him at the club until the summer of 2029. The 24-year-old joined FC Midtjylland from Portuguese outfit CD Mafra in the summer of 2025 but spent only six months [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Danish Club FC Midtylland appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-danish-club-fc-midtylland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-danish-club-fc-midtylland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: He’s A Replica Of Taribo West  –Ex-International Hails South African Defender]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles star Ifeanyi Udeze has described South African standout defender Ime Okon as a replica of Nigerian football legend Taribo West. Udeze shared his insights on Sporty TV World Cup coverage regarding Okon, a player of Nigerian descent representing South Africa at the FIFA World Cup 2026. He was outstanding in South Africa&rsquo;s [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: He&rsquo;s A Replica Of Taribo West&ndash;Ex-International Hails South African Defender appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-a-replica-of-taribo-west-ex-international-hails-south-african-defender/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-a-replica-of-taribo-west-ex-international-hails-south-african-defender/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We’ve Stiff Competition In France Squad  –Gusto]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea defender Malo Gusto has disclosed that he&rsquo;s determined to carve out a starting role for France at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Acknowledging the depth of the squad, the 23-year-old stated that his ambition is to play meaningful minutes rather than just sit on the bench. Gusto also recognizes that Jules Kound&eacute; is currently [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We&rsquo;ve Stiff Competition In France Squad&ndash;Gusto appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-weve-stiff-competition-in-france-squad-gusto/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-weve-stiff-competition-in-france-squad-gusto/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘This Is My Last Tournament’  —Neuer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Germany&rsquo;s veteran keeper Manuel Neuer will go back into international retirement after the end of the World &zwnj;Cup, having returned to the team just for the tournament, he said on Thursday. Neuer, a 2014 World Cup winner who is 40 years old and playing his fifth consecutive World Cup as Germany&rsquo;s starting keeper, had retired [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;This Is My Last Tournament&rsquo;&mdash;Neuer appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-this-is-my-last-tournament-neuer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-this-is-my-last-tournament-neuer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Broos Delighted With Bafana’s Performance In Czechia Stalemate]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa head coach Hugo Broos praised his side&rsquo;s resilience and overall performance after they battled to a draw with Czechia, Completesports.com reports. Bafana Bafana held Miroslav Koubek&rsquo;s side to a 1-1 draw in their second Group A game at the Atlanta Stadium on Thursday night. Just as they did against Mexico in their opening [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Broos Delighted With Bafana&rsquo;s Performance In Czechia Stalemate appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-broos-delighted-with-bafanas-performance-in-czechia-stalemate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-broos-delighted-with-bafanas-performance-in-czechia-stalemate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Netherlands Star To Miss Sweden Clash After Suffering Concussion In Training]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quinten Timber will miss the Dutch national team&rsquo;s second group match at the World Cup against Sweden this Saturday. According to Reddit, the Olympique Marseille midfielder suffered a mild concussion during training on Thursday. The collision occurred during the closed-door portion of the training session on the pitch of Kansas City Current, out of sight [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Netherlands Star To Miss Sweden Clash After Suffering Concussion In Training appeared first on Complete Sp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-netherlands-star-to-miss-sweden-clash-after-suffering-concussion-in-training/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-netherlands-star-to-miss-sweden-clash-after-suffering-concussion-in-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Udeze, Ideye Hail South Africa’s 1-1 Draw Vs Czechia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigerian internationals Ifeanyi Udeze and Brown Ideye have commended South Africa&rsquo;s impressive 1-1 draw against Czechia in the second match of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Teboho Mokoena&rsquo;s 83rd-minute penalty kick goal salvaged a point for South Africa during a 1-1 draw with Czechia on Thursday. Shaky Start For South Africa It didn&rsquo;t start [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Udeze, Ideye Hail South Africa&rsquo;s 1-1 Draw Vs Czechia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-udeze-ideye-hail-south-africas-1-1-draw-vs-czechia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-udeze-ideye-hail-south-africas-1-1-draw-vs-czechia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: South Africa Keeps Knockout Qualification Hopes Alive After Czech Draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa salvaged a vital 1-1 draw against Czechia thanks to Teboho Mokoena&rsquo;s late penalty, keeping their FIFA World Cup hopes alive, The South African reports. The result came after Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos reshuffled his side, making two enforced changes and one tactical switch. Suspended midfielder Sphephelo Sithole dropped out, while Nkosinathi Sibisi [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: South Africa Keeps Knockout Qualification Hopes Alive After Czech Draw appeared first on Comple]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-keeps-knockout-qualification-hopes-alive-after-czech-draw/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-keeps-knockout-qualification-hopes-alive-after-czech-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U-17 WWCQ: Benin Coach Azonsou Eyes Historic Upset Against Flamingos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benin U-17 Women&rsquo;s head coach Idah Azonsou has expressed confidence that his team can overcome Nigeria&rsquo;s Flamingos and secure a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women&rsquo;s World Cup. The Young Amazons will face the Flamingos in a decisive qualifying tie next month, with a spot at the global tournament at stake. Azonsou&rsquo;s side began [...]<br />
The post U-17 WWCQ: Benin Coach Azonsou Eyes Historic Upset Against Flamingos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-benin-coach-azonsou-eyes-historic-upset-against-flamingos/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/u-17-wwcq-benin-coach-azonsou-eyes-historic-upset-against-flamingos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tchouaméni Tips Senegal To Make Positive Impact At World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[France midfielder Aur&eacute;lien Tchouam&eacute;ni believes Senegal possess the quality and courage to make a deep run at the World Cup 2026. Recall that the African champions lost 3-1 to France at MetLife Stadium in their Group I opener. Despite the loss, Tchouam&eacute;ni, who anchored France&rsquo;s midfield with three tackles and two interceptions, was highly complimentary [...]<br />
The post Tchouam&eacute;ni Tips Senegal To Make Positive Impact At World Cup 2026 appeared first on Complete Spor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tchouamni-tips-senegal-to-make-positive-impact-at-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/tchouamni-tips-senegal-to-make-positive-impact-at-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: He’s England’s Greatest Striker  –Lineker Hails Kane]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham legend Gary Lineker has described Harry Kane as the greatest England striker. The praise followed England&rsquo;s opening tournament match, where Kane scored twice to secure a 4-2 victory against Croatia and equal Lineker&rsquo;s national record of 10 World Cup goals. Kane&rsquo;s standout performance comes after Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick for Argentina against Algeria, [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: He&rsquo;s England&rsquo;s Greatest Striker&ndash;Lineker Hails Kane appeared fir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-englands-greatest-striker-lineker-hails-kane/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-hes-englands-greatest-striker-lineker-hails-kane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Cote d’Ivoire Star Denied Entry Into Canada  Ahead Germany Clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire international Elye Wahi has been denied entry to Canada for his country&rsquo;s World Cup group game against Germany on Saturday, BBC Sport reports. The Nice forward was reportedly, external arrested last month before the World Cup over alleged involvement in spot-fixing in Ligue 1. Wahi, 23 &ndash; who started Sunday&rsquo;s World Cup win [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Cote d&rsquo;Ivoire Star Denied Entry Into CanadaAhead Germany Clash appeared first on Complete Sport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cote-divoire-star-denied-entry-into-canada-ahead-germany-clash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cote-divoire-star-denied-entry-into-canada-ahead-germany-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Czechia Vs South Africa Live Blogging – FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 2; Group A)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A matchday 2 clash between Repre (The Representatives) of Czechia and the Bafana Bafana of South Africa at the Atalanta Stadium, Georgia.<br />
The post Czechia Vs South Africa Live Blogging &ndash; FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 2; Group A) appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/czechia-vs-south-africa-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-2-group-a/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/czechia-vs-south-africa-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-2-group-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It Will Be A Difficult Fight Between My Son, Joshua  –Fury’s Father]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tyson Fury&rsquo;s father has refused to back his son to beat former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. The all-British heavyweight clash will be broadcast on Netflix, but both fighters are navigating interim bouts and personal milestones before stepping into the ring against one another. Expressing frustration over the 10-year delay and repeated fight collapses, John, in [...]<br />
The post It Will Be A Difficult Fight Between My Son, Joshua&ndash;Fury&rsquo;s Father appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-will-be-a-difficult-fight-between-my-son-joshua-furys-father/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/it-will-be-a-difficult-fight-between-my-son-joshua-furys-father/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: South Africa Sports Minister Calls On Prayer Warriors To Help Bafana Defeat Czech Republic]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa&rsquo;s Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has called on prayer warriors in his country to help Bafana Bafana beat Czech Republic in Thursday&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A tie. Bafana lost their opening game 2-0 to hosts Mexico and had two players sent off. Czech Republic also started on a wrong note as they [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: South Africa Sports Minister Calls On Prayer Warriors To Help Bafana Defeat Czech Republic appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-sports-minister-calls-on-prayer-warriors-to-help-bafana-defeat-czech-republic/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-south-africa-sports-minister-calls-on-prayer-warriors-to-help-bafana-defeat-czech-republic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: We’ve Trained To Nullify South Korea  –Mexico Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mexico head coach Javier Aguirre has disclosed that he&rsquo;s enforcing strict discipline and tactical intensity as El Tri prepares for their second Group A match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 against South Korea. Coming off an opening 2-0 victory over South Africa, Aguirre has demanded zero tolerance for pre-match nerves while strategizing how to [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: We&rsquo;ve Trained To Nullify South Korea&ndash;Mexico Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-weve-trained-to-nullify-south-korea-mexico-coach/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-weve-trained-to-nullify-south-korea-mexico-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green:Rivers United Will Recruit Quality Foreign Players For CAF Champions League]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers United will recruit top-quality players from outside Nigeria as part of plans to make a significant impact in the CAF Champions League, the club&rsquo;s chairman, Barrister Chris Green, has exclusively revealed to Completesports.com. The Pride of Rivers secured qualification for the 2026/27 CAF Champions League after finishing second in the Nigeria Premier Football League [...]<br />
The post Green:Rivers United Will Recruit Quality Foreign Players For CAF Champions League appeared first on Com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/greenrivers-united-will-recruit-quality-foreign-players-for-caf-champions-league/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/greenrivers-united-will-recruit-quality-foreign-players-for-caf-champions-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Federation Cup: Mangut Proud Of Nasarawa United’s Run Despite Defeat To Ikorodu City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut, expressed pride in his team&rsquo;s performance despite their defeat to Ikorodu City in the semi-finals of the President Federation Cup, Completesports.com reports. The Solid Miners were beaten 4-2 on penalties by Ikorodu City after both teams battled to a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Mangut Upbeat On Future Mangut [...]<br />
The post President Federation Cup: Mangut Proud Of Nasarawa United&rsquo;s Run Despite Defeat To Ikorodu City appeared first on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-mangut-proud-of-nasarawa-uniteds-run-despite-defeat-to-ikorodu-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-mangut-proud-of-nasarawa-uniteds-run-despite-defeat-to-ikorodu-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NPFL: Rivers United Strengthen Squad With Kun Khalifat Trio Ahead 2026/27 Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rivers United have completed the signing of three Kun Khalifat players as Finidi George bolsters the Pride of Rivers squad ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) and 2026/27 CAF Champions League campaigns, Completesports.com reports. The players are midfielders Chikamso Amaefula and Blessed Iyamu, as well as striker James Ekebuike. Rivers United Snap Up [...]<br />
The post NPFL: Rivers United Strengthen Squad With Kun Khalifat Trio Ahead 2026/27 Campaign appeared first on Complete Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rivers-united-strengthen-squad-with-kun-khalifat-trio-ahead-202627-campaign/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/npfl-rivers-united-strengthen-squad-with-kun-khalifat-trio-ahead-202627-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Cape Verde’s Heroic Display Against Spain Proves There Are No Minnows Left in Football — Iroha]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Nigeria defender Ben Iroha has praised Cape Verde&rsquo;s performance against Spain at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, describing it as clear evidence that there are no longer any minnows in world football, Completesports.com reports. Iroha spoke exclusively to Completesports.com from his base in Texas, United States, on Tuesday night. The African nation held [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Cape Verde&rsquo;s Heroic Display Against Spain Proves There Are No Minnows Left in Football &mdash]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verdes-heroic-display-against-spain-proves-there-are-no-minnows-left-in-football-iroha/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-cape-verdes-heroic-display-against-spain-proves-there-are-no-minnows-left-in-football-iroha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Federation Cup: Wikki Boss Ogenyi Laments Semi-Final Defeat To El-kanemi Warriors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wikki Tourists head coach Evans Ogenyi has reacted to his team&rsquo;s President Federation Cup semi-final defeat to El-kanemi Warriors. The Bauchi Elephants lost 3-1 to Kabiru Dogo&rsquo;s side at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina on Wednesday night. El-Kanemi Warriors raced into a commanding lead with three first-half goals, putting themselves firmly in control before the [...]<br />
The post President Federation Cup: Wikki Boss Ogenyi Laments Semi-Final Defeat To El-kanemi Warriors appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-wikki-boss-ogenyi-laments-semi-final-defeat-to-el-kanemi-warriors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-wikki-boss-ogenyi-laments-semi-final-defeat-to-el-kanemi-warriors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Munoz Joins Liverpool In £34.5m Deal After Reds See Off Real Madrid, Man United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Victor Munoz has reportedly chosen Liverpool after the Premier League giants agreed a &pound;34.5 million deal with Osasuna and beat off competition from Real Madrid, Manchester United and Newcastle United for his signature. Munoz, 22, underwent his Liverpool medical on Wednesday and will now pen a six-year deal to become the first signing of the [...]<br />
The post Munoz Joins Liverpool In &pound;34.5m Deal After Reds See Off Real Madrid, Man United appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/munoz-joins-liverpool-in-345m-deal-after-reds-see-off-real-madrid-man-united/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/munoz-joins-liverpool-in-345m-deal-after-reds-see-off-real-madrid-man-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can African Teams Surpass Morocco At World Cup 2026?  | Africa’s Biggest Contenders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Africa will be strongly represented at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with ten nations aiming to make history. Can Morocco repeat or even surpass their remarkable 2022 semi-final run? In this video, we analyze the chances of Senegal, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Ghana, South Africa, DR Congo, Cape Verde, and other African teams as they prepare [...]<br />
The post Can African Teams Surpass Morocco At World Cup 2026?| Africa&rsquo;s Biggest Contenders appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/can-african-teams-surpass-morocco-at-world-cup-2026-africas-biggest-contenders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/can-african-teams-surpass-morocco-at-world-cup-2026-africas-biggest-contenders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Fast E-Bikes Are Becoming The New Choice For Active Urban Riders]]></title><description><![CDATA[The urban movement is changing. For years, city riders had to choose between crowded public transport, expensive ride-hailing, slow bicycles, or cars that often spend more time in traffic than on the move. Today, fast e-bikes are creating a new option for people who want speed, freedom, and a more active way to move through [...]<br />
The post Why Fast E-Bikes Are Becoming The New Choice For Active Urban Riders appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-fast-e-bikes-are-becoming-the-new-choice-for-active-urban-riders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/why-fast-e-bikes-are-becoming-the-new-choice-for-active-urban-riders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Complete Sports Earns YouTube Silver Play Button For Reaching 100,000 Subscribers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Complete Sports has been awarded the YouTube Silver Creator Award, popularly known as the Silver Play Button, after surpassing the 100,000-subscriber milestone on the video-sharing platform. The award, YouTube&rsquo;s first official Creator Award, was accompanied by a congratulatory message from YouTube Chief Executive Officer, Neal Mohan, who commended Complete Sports for building a thriving audience [...]<br />
The post Complete Sports Earns YouTube Silver Play Button For Reaching 100,000 Subscriber]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/complete-sports-earns-youtube-silver-play-button-for-reaching-100000-subscribers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/complete-sports-earns-youtube-silver-play-button-for-reaching-100000-subscribers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘Losing A Game Like This Is Painful’  —Panama Star Laments Ghana Defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Panama defender Jos&eacute; Cordoba has described his team&rsquo;s defeat to Ghana&rsquo;s Black Stars as painful. Panama was close to earning its first ever point at the World Cup but conceded deep in stoppage time to a Caleb Yirenkyi&rsquo;s, leaving the City defender heartbroken after an otherwise encouraging display. &ldquo;Losing a game like this is painful,&rdquo; [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;Losing A Game Like This Is Painful&rsquo;&mdash;Panama Star Laments Ghana Defeat appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-losing-a-game-like-this-is-painful-panama-star-laments-ghana-defeat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-losing-a-game-like-this-is-painful-panama-star-laments-ghana-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Semenyo Reflects on Ghana’s ‘Hard-Fought’  Victory Over Panama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Black Stars winger Antoine Semenyo has reflected on the team&rsquo;s hard-earned victory over Panama, Completesports.com reports. Carlos Queiroz&rsquo;s side started their campaign at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a 1-0 win against Los Canaleros. Caleb Yirenkyi scored the decisive goal for the West Africans deep into stoppage time. Semenyo Celebrates Black Stars&rsquo; Victory Semenyo, [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Semenyo Reflects on Ghana&rsquo;s &lsquo;Hard-Fought&rsquo;Victory Over Panama ap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-semenyo-reflects-on-ghanas-hard-fought-victory-over-panama/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-semenyo-reflects-on-ghanas-hard-fought-victory-over-panama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Zwane’s Three-Game Suspension Too Severe  —South Africa Coach Broos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos says the red card and three-match suspension of Themba Zwane is too severe &ndash; citing the incident of Argentina superstar Lionel Messi, Idiski Time reports. Zwane, 36, was sent off with a straight red for what was described as violent conduct in an off the ball incident when he [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Zwane&rsquo;s Three-Game Suspension Too Severe&mdash;South Africa Coach Broos appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-zwanes-three-game-suspension-too-severe-south-africa-coach-broos/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-zwanes-three-game-suspension-too-severe-south-africa-coach-broos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: DR Congo Showed Courage, Resilience Against Portugal  –Wissa]]></title><description><![CDATA[DR Congo star Yoane Wissa has disclosed that the team showed immense courage and resilience after securing a historic 1-1 draw against Portugal in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 match. Wissa, who plays his club football for Newcastle United, scored the equalizer just before halftime at Houston&rsquo;s NRG Stadium. Read Also:World Cup 2026: &lsquo;We [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: DR Congo Showed Courage, Resilience Against Portugal&ndash;Wissa appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-showed-courage-resilience-against-portugal-wissa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-showed-courage-resilience-against-portugal-wissa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘We Battle Like Warriors’  –Queiroz Reacts To Ghana’s Win Vs Panama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has praised his squad&rsquo;s resilience, stating that they battled like warriors to secure a gritty and hard-fought victory against Panama at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that the Black Stars claimed a vital 1-0 win in their opening group-stage match, navigating a tense battle against a compact and highly [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;We Battle Like Warriors&rsquo;&ndash;Queiroz Reacts To Ghana&rsquo;s Win Vs Panama appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-battle-like-warriors-queiroz-reacts-to-ghanas-win-vs-panama/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-we-battle-like-warriors-queiroz-reacts-to-ghanas-win-vs-panama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Ghana Overcome Panama 1-0 in Tight Contest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Caleb Yirenkyi scored the decisive goal as Ghana recorded a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama at Toronto Stadium. Panama threatened early in the contest, but goalkeeper Benjamin Asare came to Ghana&rsquo;s rescue with an impressive diving save to keep out Cecilio Waterman&rsquo;s effort. Panama continued to press and carved out another clear opportunity after Benjamin [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Ghana Overcome Panama 1-0 in Tight Contest appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-overcome-panama-1-0-in-tight-contest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-ghana-overcome-panama-1-0-in-tight-contest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ghana Vs Panama Live Blogging – FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 1; Group L)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Completesports.com&rsquo;s Live Blogging of FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L matchday 1 clash between the Black Stars of Ghana and Los Canaleros (The Canal Men) of Panama at the Toronto Stadium, Ontario, Canada.<br />
The post Ghana Vs Panama Live Blogging &ndash; FIFA World Cup 2026 (Matchday 1; Group L) appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghana-vs-panama-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-1-group-l/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/ghana-vs-panama-live-blogging-fifa-world-cup-2026-matchday-1-group-l/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: England Begins Campaign With Thrilling 4-2 Win Against Croatia]]></title><description><![CDATA[England began their campaign at this year&rsquo;s World Cup thanks to thrilling 4-2 win against Croatia in Group L in Dallas. Harry Kane had twice put Thomas Tuchel&rsquo;s side ahead in the first half, only for Croatia to draw level each time, through Martin Baturina and Petar Musa. Jude Bellingham restored England&rsquo;s lead in the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: England Begins Campaign With Thrilling 4-2 Win Against Croatia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-begins-campaign-with-thrilling-4-2-win-against-croatia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-england-begins-campaign-with-thrilling-4-2-win-against-croatia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Blow For South Africa As FIFA Extends Midfielder’s Suspension To Three Games After Red Card]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa attacking midfielder Themba Zwane has been suspended for three matches after receiving a red card against Mexico in Group A. The suspension is subject to appeal by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee. Following a VAR check, Zwane was shown a straight red card in the 84th minute of Bafana Bafana&rsquo;s 2-0 defeat to Mexico [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Blow For South Africa As FIFA Extends Midfielder&rsquo;s Suspension To Three Games After Red Card appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-blow-for-south-africa-as-fifa-extends-midfielders-suspension-to-three-games-after-red-card/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-blow-for-south-africa-as-fifa-extends-midfielders-suspension-to-three-games-after-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Van Bronckhorst: I’ll Take Feyenoord To Next Level]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Feyenoord manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst has promised the fans and the board members of the club that he will take them to the next level in club football. Bronckhorst was reappointed Feyenoord coach on a two-year contract, with a one-year option to extend. Recall that Feyenoord parted ways with Robin van Persie despite the [...]<br />
The post Van Bronckhorst: I&rsquo;ll Take Feyenoord To Next Level appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/van-bronckhorst-ill-take-feyenoord-to-next-level/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/van-bronckhorst-ill-take-feyenoord-to-next-level/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Broos Optimistic Bafana Bafana Will Overcome Czechia]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa head coach Hugo Broos says his side have what it takes to bounce from the opening day defeat to Mexico at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Bafana Bafana fell 3-0 to the co-hosts last Thursday. The former African champions struggled to create chances in the contest , and finished the game with nine-men. [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Broos Optimistic Bafana Bafana Will Overcome Czechia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-broos-optimistic-bafana-bafana-will-overcome-czechia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-broos-optimistic-bafana-bafana-will-overcome-czechia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: DR Congo Marks World Cup Return With Impressive 1-1 Draw With Portugal]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a memorable return to the World Cup for the Leopards of the Democratic Republic of Congo, who held Portugal to 1-1 draw in their first group match in Houston on Wednesday. At their first appearance at the 1974 tournament in the former West Germany DR Congo, known then as Zaire, lost all their [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: DR Congo Marks World Cup Return With Impressive 1-1 Draw With Portugal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-marks-world-cup-return-with-impressive-1-1-draw-with-portugal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-marks-world-cup-return-with-impressive-1-1-draw-with-portugal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: ‘This Is Messi AI’  –Oliseh Lauds Argentina Star’s Hat-trick Heroics Vs Algeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Super Eagles captain and manager, Sunday Oliseh, hailed Lionel Messi&rsquo;s stunning hat-trick against Algeria at the FIFA World Cup 2026, by describing the Argentine superstar as &ldquo;Lionel Messi AI&rdquo;. Oliseh expressed awe at Messi&rsquo;s unmatched precision, movement, and football intelligence, noting that his brilliance transcends standard human play. Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: DR Congo&rsquo;s World Cup [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: &lsquo;This Is Messi AI&rsquo;&ndash;Oliseh Lau]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-this-is-messi-ai-oliseh-lauds-argentina-stars-hat-trick-heroics-vs-algeria/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-this-is-messi-ai-oliseh-lauds-argentina-stars-hat-trick-heroics-vs-algeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Federation Cup: Ikorodu City, El-Kanemi Warriors Reach Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ikorodu City will face El-Kanemi Warriors in the final of the 2025 President Federation Cup following victories for both sides in their respective semi-final matches. Three-time champions El-Kanemi Warriors secured a 3-1 win over Wikki Tourists at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina to book their place in the final. The Maiduguri-based club will be [...]<br />
The post President Federation Cup: Ikorodu City, El-Kanemi Warriors Reach Final appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-ikorodu-city-el-kanemi-warriors-reach-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-ikorodu-city-el-kanemi-warriors-reach-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Should Have Been Sent Off Against Argentina —Ex-Bundesliga Referee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Bundesliga referee Patrick Ittrich has posited that Lionel Messi should have been sent off in Argentina&rsquo;s World Cup 2026 group opener against Algeria on Tuesday. Messi was the hero for the reigning World Cup champions, as he netted all the three goals in the 3-0 win against the Algerians. The feat saw Messi broke [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Should Have Been Sent Off Against Argentina &mdash;Ex-Bundesliga Referee appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-should-have-been-sent-off-against-argentina-ex-bundesliga-referee/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-should-have-been-sent-off-against-argentina-ex-bundesliga-referee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Should Have Been Sent Off Against Algeria —Ex-Bundesliga Referee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Bundesliga referee Patrick Ittrich has posited that Lionel Messi should have been sent off in Argentina&rsquo;s World Cup 2026 group opener against Algeria on Tuesday. Messi was the hero for the reigning World Cup champions, as he netted all the three goals in the 3-0 win against the Algerians. The feat saw Messi broke [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi Should Have Been Sent Off Against Algeria &mdash;Ex-Bundesliga Referee appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-should-have-been-sent-off-against-algeria-ex-bundesliga-referee/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-should-have-been-sent-off-against-algeria-ex-bundesliga-referee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bundesliga Club Step Up Interest In Fernandez]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayer Leverkusen have intensified their pursuit of Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez, Completesports.com reports. According to TEAMtalk, the Bundesliga club have made fresh contacts with Rangers over the signing of the Nigeria international. Fernandez arrived Ibrox from English League One club Peterborough United last summer. The centre-back was named Rangers&rsquo; Player of the Season following a [...]<br />
The post Bundesliga Club Step Up Interest In Fernandez appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bundesliga-club-step-up-interest-in-fernandez/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/bundesliga-club-step-up-interest-in-fernandez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Musetti Withdraws From Wimbledon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Wimbledon semifinalist Lorenzo Musetti has withdrawn from the 2026 Wimbledon Championships to recover from a lingering left thigh injury. Recall that Musetti sustained the injury at the Italian Open in May, and it has made him miss the French Open. Read Also:US Open: Sinner, Alcaraz Set To Team Up With Williams Sisters Despite rehabilitation [...]<br />
The post Musetti Withdraws From Wimbledon appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/musetti-withdraws-from-wimbledon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/musetti-withdraws-from-wimbledon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Why Bellingham Has Been Underappreciated In England  –Parker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Fulham manager Scott Parker has disclosed that Jude Bellingham is severely underappreciated in England. Bellingham has previously admitted to feeling like a &ldquo;scapegoat&rdquo; following England&rsquo;s Euro 2024 final defeat. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Why I Cried After Netting Hat-Trick Against Algeria &ndash;Messi His starting spot for the England squad has been the subject of [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Why Bellingham Has Been Underappreciated In England&ndash;Parker appeared fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-bellingham-has-been-underappreciated-in-england-parker/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-bellingham-has-been-underappreciated-in-england-parker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: DR Congo Will Take Risk Against Portugal  –Desabre]]></title><description><![CDATA[DR Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre has advised his team to play without fear and take calculated risks against Portugal in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture. He stated that the Leopards must impose their own style of play and exploit the pressure on the favored European side. &ldquo;I want my team to play, [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: DR Congo Will Take Risk Against Portugal&ndash;Desabre appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-will-take-risk-against-portugal-desabre/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-dr-congo-will-take-risk-against-portugal-desabre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EXCLUSIVE: DR Congo’s World Cup 2026 Dream — Can The Leopards Become Group K’s Surprise Package?]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a nation making its FIFA World Cup return after over 50 years, DR Congo arrives with reasons for optimism. Their victory over the Super Eagles still has reverberating echoes in their minds. Some of their key players, however, did not have the best seasons in their respective club sides but the World Cup 2026 [...]<br />
The post EXCLUSIVE: DR Congo&rsquo;s World Cup 2026 Dream &mdash; Can The Leopards Become Group K&rsquo;s Surprise Package? appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-dr-congos-world-cup-2026-dream-can-the-leopards-become-group-ks-surprise-package/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/exclusive-dr-congos-world-cup-2026-dream-can-the-leopards-become-group-ks-surprise-package/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 109: Lionel Messi Masterclass]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi has once again proven that age is just a number with his masterclass display against Algeria at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Argentina captain delivered a record-breaking performance to inspire the reigning champions to a comfortable 3-0 victory over the Desert Foxes. Making his 200th senior appearance for Argentina, the 38-year-old [...]<br />
The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast&hellip;EPISODE 109: Lionel Messi Masterclass appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-109-lionel-messi-masterclass/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/sports-planet-podcastepisode-109-lionel-messi-masterclass/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Koulibaly Confident Senegal Will Overcome France Defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kalidou Koulibaly is optimistic Senegal will bounce from the disappointing defeat to France, Completesports.com reports. The Terangha Lions lost 3-1 to the former European champions in their opening fixture of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Senegal gave a good account of themselves in the game with Nicolas Jackson, and Ismaila Sarr coming close to scoring [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Koulibaly Confident Senegal Will Overcome France Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-koulibaly-confident-senegal-will-overcome-france-defeat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-koulibaly-confident-senegal-will-overcome-france-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. Celebrates 250 Years Independence Anniversary With Novelty Match In Lagos]]></title><description><![CDATA[As part of celebration to mark its 250th independence anniversary, the United States Consulate General in Lagos organised a football tournament tagged &lsquo;Freedom Cup&rsquo;. The tournament which was held on Tuesday, 16 June, 2026, took place at the Upbeat Recreational Centre, Lekki, Lagos. It brought together U.S. government exchange alumni, students, journalists, representatives of the [...]<br />
The post U.S. Celebrates 250 Years Independence Anniversary With Novelty Match In Lagos appeared fir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-celebrates-250-years-independence-anniversary-with-novelty-match-in-lagos/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/us-celebrates-250-years-independence-anniversary-with-novelty-match-in-lagos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top Ascot 2026 Races Drawing Early Betting Attention]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ascot does not build slowly. The meeting opens on June 16 and immediately puts major races in front of bettors before the week has settled into rhythm. Across five days and seven races per card, early attention is already clustering around a few obvious pressure points. Platforms such as https://1xbet.ie/en/line/horse-racing can sit beside form guides [...]<br />
The post Top Ascot 2026 Races Drawing Early Betting Attention appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-ascot-2026-races-drawing-early-betting-attention/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/top-ascot-2026-races-drawing-early-betting-attention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football Betting Tips For Beginners: The Essential Foundations You Need To Build]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting in football betting without a clear foundation is one of the most reliable ways to lose money quickly and become discouraged before developing any genuine understanding of what it takes to do the activity well. The difference between a beginner who improves consistently and one who cycles through the same mistakes is almost never [...]<br />
The post Football Betting Tips For Beginners: The Essential Foundations You Need To Build appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/football-betting-tips-for-beginners-the-essential-foundations-you-need-to-build/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/football-betting-tips-for-beginners-the-essential-foundations-you-need-to-build/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: Silva Joins Real Madrid On Two-Year Deal After Man City Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real Madrid have signed former Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva on a free transfer. Silva has signed a two-year deal at Real, who have already added Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella in a &pound;51.8m and extended the contract of centre-back Antonio Rudiger following the return of head coach Jose Mourinho. The 31-year-old&rsquo;s contract at City expired [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: Silva Joins Real Madrid On Two-Year Deal After Man City Exit appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-silva-joins-real-madrid-on-two-year-deal-after-man-city-exit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-silva-joins-real-madrid-on-two-year-deal-after-man-city-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Federation Cup: Mangut Braces Nasarawa United For Difficult Ikorodu City Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut is expecting a duel against Ikorodu City in their President Federation Cup semi-final encounter, Completesports.com reports. The high-stakes encounter is slated for the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City. Mangut Ready For Tough Test Mangut said his side is concentrating on delivering a winning performance in the game. &ldquo;Well, this [...]<br />
The post President Federation Cup: Mangut Braces Nasarawa United For Difficult Ikorodu City Test appeared f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-mangut-braces-nasarawa-united-for-difficult-ikorodu-city-test/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/president-federation-cup-mangut-braces-nasarawa-united-for-difficult-ikorodu-city-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Queiroz Eyes Winning Start For Ghana Against Panama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz is targeting a positive start at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Completesports.com reports. The Black Stars will open their campaign against Panama at the Toronto Stadium on Thursday morning. Queiroz Optimistic Of Victory Queiroz said his team is well prepared for the Group L encounter. &ldquo;We&rsquo;re strong and we&rsquo;ll showcase [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Queiroz Eyes Winning Start For Ghana Against Panama appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-queiroz-eyes-winning-start-for-ghana-against-panama/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-queiroz-eyes-winning-start-for-ghana-against-panama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOC President Gumel Launches Safeguarding Policy To Protect Athletes]]></title><description><![CDATA[President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Engineer Habu Gumel, has launched the Nigeria Safeguarding Sports Policy, describing it as a landmark framework designed to protect athletes and other participants in sports from abuse, harassment, discrimination, exploitation reports Completesports.com. Speaking at the official unveiling in Abuja o.n Tuesday, Gumel said the policy aligns with global [...]<br />
The post NOC President Gumel Launches Safeguarding Policy To Protect Athletes appeared firs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/noc-president-gumel-launches-safeguarding-policy-to-protect-athletes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/noc-president-gumel-launches-safeguarding-policy-to-protect-athletes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Football Fans Slam Referee, VAR As Messi Escapes Booking After Tackle On Algeria Player]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Cup fans took to social media to claim the tournament is rigged after Lionel Messi avoided a red card for a stamp on an opponent, Daily Mail reports. The superstar then went on to score a stunning hat-trick in Argentina&rsquo;s 3-0 victory over Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday night. But Messi quickly became [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Football Fans Slam Referee, VAR As Messi Escapes Booking After Tackle On Algeria Player appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-football-fans-slam-referee-var-as-messi-escapes-booking-after-tackle-on-algeria-player/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-football-fans-slam-referee-var-as-messi-escapes-booking-after-tackle-on-algeria-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSC Sacks Boards Of National Para Sports Federations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Sports Commission (NSC) has dissolved the Boards of the National Para Sports Federations with immediate effect as part of the Commission&rsquo;s commitment to ensuring a transparent, credible, and seamless electoral process leading to the emergence of new leadership across the federations. The affected federations are: &bull; Amputee Football Federation &bull; Para Athletics Federation [...]<br />
The post NSC Sacks Boards Of National Para Sports Federations appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nsc-sacks-boards-of-national-para-sports-federations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nsc-sacks-boards-of-national-para-sports-federations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NSC Sacks Boards Of National Para Sports Dederations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Sports Commission (NSC) has dissolved the Boards of the National Para Sports Federations with immediate effect as part of the Commission&rsquo;s commitment to ensuring a transparent, credible, and seamless electoral process leading to the emergence of new leadership across the federations. The affected federations are: &bull; Amputee Football Federation &bull; Para Athletics Federation [...]<br />
The post NSC Sacks Boards Of National Para Sports Dederations appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nsc-sacks-boards-of-national-para-sports-dederations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/nsc-sacks-boards-of-national-para-sports-dederations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Why I Cried After Netting Hat-Trick Against Algeria  –Messi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina star Lionel Messi has disclosed that the tears he shed immediately after scoring his opening goal against Algeria were due to difficult days regarding personal matters that were completely unrelated to football. The iconic playmaker opened up about his raw emotional display during his post-match press conference, where he kept the details of the [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Why I Cried After Netting Hat-Trick Against Algeria&ndash;Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-i-cried-after-netting-hat-trick-against-algeria-messi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-why-i-cried-after-netting-hat-trick-against-algeria-messi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Tunisia Must Maintain High Level Of Concentration  –Renard]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Tunisia head coach Herv&eacute; Renard has advised his players to maintain a high level of concentration ahead of their second game against Japan in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Recall that Tunisia replaced former head coach Sabri Lamouchi immediately following an embarrassing 5-1 loss to Sweden. Read Also:World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;m Ready To Go [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Tunisia Must Maintain High Level Of Concentration&ndash;Renard appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-tunisia-must-maintain-high-level-of-concentration-renard/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-tunisia-must-maintain-high-level-of-concentration-renard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Algeria Captain Mandi Laments Defeat To Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Algeria captain Aissa Mandi has lamented his team&rsquo;s defeat to Argentina in their opening fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Completesports.com reports. The Desert Foxes went down 3-0 to the defending champions at the Kansas City Stadium on Wednesday morning. Messi Dominate Algeria Lionel Messi equalled the all-time FIFA World Cup goalscoring record with [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Algeria Captain Mandi Laments Defeat To Argentina appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-algeria-captain-mandi-laments-defeat-to-argentina/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-algeria-captain-mandi-laments-defeat-to-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Deschamps Reveals Tactical Switch That Helped France Overcome Senegal]]></title><description><![CDATA[France coach Didier Deschamps has revealed that moving Michael Olise from left wing into a central position helped his side overcome a tough Senegal side. Deschamps men had to dig deep to see off Senegal side 3-1, in their World Cup 2026 opening group tie on Tuesday. While Kylian Mbapp&eacute; finished the match with a [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Deschamps Reveals Tactical Switch That Helped France Overcome Senegal appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-deschamps-reveals-tactical-switch-that-helped-france-overcome-senegal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-deschamps-reveals-tactical-switch-that-helped-france-overcome-senegal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Messi Breaks  Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup Hat-trick Record As Argentina Outclass Algeria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi recorded the first FIFA World Cup hat-trick of his career after bagging all three goals as Argentina thrashed Algeria 3-0 in Kansas City on Wednesday, Sportstar reports. With the hat-trick, Messi, at 38 years and 357 days old, became the oldest player to score a World Cup hat-trick, breaking Cristiano Ronaldo&rsquo;s record. Ronaldo [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Messi BreaksCristiano Ronaldo&rsquo;s World Cup Hat-trick Record As Argentina Outclass Algeria appeared first on Complete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-breaks-cristiano-ronaldos-world-cup-hat-trick-record-as-argentina-outclass-algeria/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-messi-breaks-cristiano-ronaldos-world-cup-hat-trick-record-as-argentina-outclass-algeria/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Partey Ruled Out Of Ghana’s Clash With Panama After Losing Appeal Against Travel Ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thomas Partey has been ruled out of Ghana&rsquo;s World Cup opener after losing his appeal against a travel ban, The Sun reports. The former Arsenal midfielder had his initial visa request to enter Canada blocked by authorities ahead of the match against Panama in Toronto on June 18. Partey, 33, was denied entry into Canada [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Partey Ruled Out Of Ghana&rsquo;s Clash With Panama After Losing Appeal Against Travel Ban appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-partey-ruled-out-of-ghanas-clash-with-panama-after-losing-appeal-against-travel-ban/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-partey-ruled-out-of-ghanas-clash-with-panama-after-losing-appeal-against-travel-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Mbappe Sets Record As France Overcome Senegal In Group Opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Captain Kylian Mbappe became France&rsquo;s all-time leading men&rsquo;s scorer with a double against Senegal as they ran out 3-1 winners. Mbappe, who went into the game on 56 goals, beat the game previously held by Olivier Giroud at 57 and moved to 58 goals thanks to his double against Senegal. Senegal almost opened he scoring [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Mbappe Sets Record As France Overcome Senegal In Group Opener appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mbappe-sets-record-as-france-overcome-senegal-in-group-opener/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-mbappe-sets-record-as-france-overcome-senegal-in-group-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Enzo Fernandez Reveals Desire To Captain Argentina In Future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enzo Fernandez has opened up about his long-term ambition of captaining the Argentina national team. The Chelsea midfielder has become an integral part of Lionel Scaloni&rsquo;s side since his breakthrough performances at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, cementing his place as one of the team&rsquo;s key players. With Lionel Messi nearing the twilight of his [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Enzo Fernandez Reveals Desire To Captain Argentina In Future appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-enzo-fernandez-reveals-desire-to-captain-argentina-in-future/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-enzo-fernandez-reveals-desire-to-captain-argentina-in-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: I’m Ready To Go  –Saka Roars Ahead England Vs Croatia]]></title><description><![CDATA[England winger Bukayo Saka has declared himself ready to go for the Three Lions&rsquo; FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Croatia in Dallas. While managing an Achilles injury since March, the 24-year-old winger confirmed he is feeling better than in previous months. Read Also:World Cup 2026: Petit Questions Saka&rsquo;s Influence In England Squad &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: I&rsquo;m Ready To Go&ndash;Saka Roars Ahead England Vs Croatia appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-ready-to-go-saka-roars-ahead-england-vs-croatia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-im-ready-to-go-saka-roars-ahead-england-vs-croatia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup 2026: Iran Player’s US Visa Expires After Group Opener With New Zealand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran player Mehdi Torabi&rsquo;s United States visa has expired, state media reported Tuesday, leaving his future at the World Cup shrouded in doubt with Tehran engulfed in a bitter diplomatic row with Washington, RTE reports. The winger was only issued a single-entry visa instead of the multiple-entry visa given to other Iranian national team players [...]<br />
The post World Cup 2026: Iran Player&rsquo;s US Visa Expires After Group Opener With New Zealand appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-iran-players-us-visa-expires-after-group-opener-with-new-zealand/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/world-cup-2026-iran-players-us-visa-expires-after-group-opener-with-new-zealand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lens have ‘no anger’ towards Sage after Palace switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lens insist they have "no anger" towards former head coach Pierre Sage after he decided to leave the club after just one season.<br />
Sage was named Crystal Palace manager on Monday, taking over from Oliver Glasner at Selhurst Park following a successful season with Lens.<br />
The 47-year-old guided Lens to their first-ever Coupe de France title, defeating Nice 3-1 in the final, while they also finished second in Ligue 1.<br />
Sage won 22 of his 34 top-flight games with Lens (D4 L8) as they finished six points]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lens-have-no-anger-towards-sage-after-palace-switch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/lens-have-no-anger-towards-sage-after-palace-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Serena To Play Doubles With Venus At Wimbledon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serena and Venus Williams are set to reunite as a doubles team at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships, returning to the grass courts after receiving a wild-card entry from the All England Club. The tournament runs from Monday, June 29, through Sunday, July 12, 2026. Read Also:US Open: Sinner, Alcaraz Set To Team Up With Williams [...]<br />
The post Serena To Play Doubles With Venus At Wimbledon appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serena-to-play-doubles-with-venus-at-wimbledon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/serena-to-play-doubles-with-venus-at-wimbledon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pogba: Man Utd can win Premier League title in next three years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Pogba believes Manchester United can win the Premier League under Michael Carrick in the "next three years".<br />
United saw a major upturn under Carrick after he replaced Ruben Amorim in January and finished third in the Premier League, clinching Champions League qualification.<br />
Carrick won 12 of his 17 Premier League games in charge (D3 L2), recording a 70.6% win ratio.<br />
From Carrick's first game in charge &ndash; a 2-1 Manchester derby win on January 17 &ndash; no team won more games (12) or ea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pogba-man-utd-can-win-premier-league-title-in-next-three-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/pogba-man-utd-can-win-premier-league-title-in-next-three-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amorim named new AC Milan head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[AC Milan have announced the appointment of Ruben Amorim as their new head coach.<br />
The former Sporting CP and Manchester United boss has reportedly signed a three-year contract with the Rossoneri through to June 2029.<br />
Amorim has been out of work since he was sacked by United in January, after just 14 months in charge at Old Trafford.<br />
The Portuguese replaces Massimiliano Allegri, who departed San Siro for a second time last month in a mass overhaul, after Milan failed to seal Champions League quali]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/amorim-named-new-ac-milan-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/amorim-named-new-ac-milan-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OFFICIAL: AC Milan Appoint Amorim As New Head Coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Serie A giants AC Milan have announced the appointment of Ruben Amorim as their new head coach. Milan made the announcement in a post on their official X handle on Tuesday. Italian media report that Amorim will be paid a net annual salary of 3.5 million euros ($4.06 million) over his two-year deal as he [...]<br />
The post OFFICIAL: AC Milan Appoint Amorim As New Head Coach appeared first on Complete Sports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-ac-milan-appoint-amorim-as-new-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/official-ac-milan-appoint-amorim-as-new-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Scottish Club Aberdeen On Two-Year Deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigerian striker Toyosi Olusanya has joined Scottish Premiership club Aberdeen on a two-year deal, Completesports.com reports. Olusanya moved to Pittodrie on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with Major League Soccer, MLS, side Houston Dynamo. The 28-year-old becomes Aberdeen&rsquo;s fifth addition of the summer, and returns to the club after a successful [...]<br />
The post Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Scottish Club Aberdeen On Two-Year Deal appeared first on Complete Spo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-scottish-club-aberdeen-on-two-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/sport/nigeria-soccer/done-deal-nigerian-striker-joins-scottish-club-aberdeen-on-two-year-deal/</guid></item></channel></rss>